Susan Milligan is a freelance writer based in Washington, D.C.
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Make assessments forward-looking, strength-based
Nearly everyone dreads year-end performance reviews. First, they coincide un-festively with the holiday season, when bad news is no fun to give or to receive. And as more employees are being asked to do self-assessments, there’s an added stress for workers. What documentation do they need to prove their worth at work? How do they navigate the process of rating themselves?
It’s the holidays, and employers naturally want to reward workers with a party: some finger food, alcoholic drinks, festive decorations and a chance to unwind with co-workers.
What could go wrong?
A lot, if HR managers don’t properly plan.
The new year can present an uncomfortable task for HR managers, who may find themselves having to say the following to underperforming employees: “Happy holidays; you’re doing a terrible job.”
