It's almost Halloween, and for some organizations, the thought of another round of performance reviews is downright frightening! If your process feels more like a dreaded annual exercise than something that actually improves performance, it may be time for a change. Here are four ways to take the fright out of performance management: 1. Make feedback more frequent. An annual review shouldn't be the first time employees hear how they're doing. Regular check-ins help address co

Are your performance reviews scary? Are you HAUNTED by the ghost of past performance reviews? Performance reviews are one of the most dreaded activities in any organization. For many people, the annual performance review ranks right up there with going to the dentist — uncomfortable, stressful, and something you put off as long as possible. Apologies to all the dentists out there! It's about time to embark on 'performance review season' in many organizations. Can I get a col