W5: Performance Management

    April 3, 2023

A well-designed performance management system will link to an organization’s systems, such as the strategic planning process, total rewards (a.k.a. total compensation), employee training and development, succession planning, and HRIS. In addition, there are many different approaches to performance management. Although one would like to assume that there is a “best way”, the organization needs to evaluate the cost and benefits of their plans. Elements of a performance management plan include goal setting, performance review, and performance improvement plans.

Remember that performance evaluations are not the same as performance management. 

Discussion Question—Choose one perspective in which to respond.

Non-HR Perspective: One of the reasons for failure of a performance management process is that managers lack the basic skills to manage the performance of their employees which include provide feedback, set goals, and monitor performance. Reflecting on your readings and research, what can you do to ensure a successful performance management process?

HR Perspective: Evaluate a current or past employer on the methods of performance management. If you were the HR consultant for your chosen organization, what do you recommend/propose for a performance management strategy? What do you believe should be a manager’s role in the process? 

In developing your response, you want to consider some of the following elements:Strategic goals, feedback do’s and don’ts, methods, ethical issues, and risks. 

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