If the annual performance review period brings stress and dysfunction to your workplace, you're not alone. Fortunately, there's a better way.
the inherent unreliability of people in objectively rating each other's performance due to biases, leaders continue to be tasked with assessing team members.
Unsurprisingly, the subjective and unjust nature of these performance reviews can destroy trust and psychological safety in teams. For example,Formal performance reviews and development conversations are limited.has found that inadequate reward and recognition can leave people feeling demotivated, disengaged, and less willing to go the extra mile. It can also create a negative workplace culture.
Based on this research we recommend that workplaces and leaders turn performance reviews into psychologically safe strengths-focused development reviews by reflecting on the following with team members:How are they delivering value that supports your workplace’s vision, strategy, and values? Which strengths are you drawing on? Try to put 80% of focus here as these are the neurological strengths someone has to build on.
Remember: Clear is kind. While providing feedback people may find hard to hear can feel uncomfortable, there is nothing kind about robbing people of the opportunities they need for learning and growth. Being honest, direct, and clear is a way to show respect for each other and build psychological safety.
And if the process or conversation becomes overwhelming for people, consider slowing it down, taking a break, or having a third-party help. Growing together can be hard. We don’t have to do it all at once or all alone.is a workplace well-being teacher translating research from positive psychology and neuroscience into practical strategies for health, happiness, and business success.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
IFD battles southwest side fireThe Indianapolis Fire Department battled a fire at a southwest side home Saturday night. Fortunately no one was home when the fire broke out at 3445 W. Thompson Rd.
Read more »
Allergic Reaction to Non-Dairy Ice Cream Almost Kills ToddlerA mother claims that her son had a severe allergic reaction to non-dairy ice cream, which almost resulted in his death. The incident occurred at Carvel's Ice Cream Parlor in Brooklyn, where the mother had informed the employees about her son's dairy allergy. The toddler experienced symptoms such as scratching, redness, watery eyes, and vomiting. Fortunately, the mother had an epi pen and the emergency room was nearby, preventing a fatal outcome.
Read more »
Man rescued after serious ankle injury during Switzer Falls hike; iPhone SOS feature played key roleA family hike in the Angeles National Forest took a frightening turn when the father suffered a serious ankle injury, but fortunately, he had plenty of help, including his wife and a life-saving feature on her iPhone.
Read more »
The decades-long quest to make Dragon Quest a hit in AmericaA series of spinoffs aim to make Slime a Stateside star
Read more »
My Quest to Fix a Crashing Roku App Provides a Warning About AIConsumer technology has trained users to expect and deal with crashes and other bugs. When the whole world runs on AI, the inevitable glitches will have greater consequences.
Read more »
A quest to build renewable energy at the frozen top of the worldClimate change and rising fuel costs threaten an remote Arctic community. Can renewable energy help preserve their traditional way of life?
Read more »