The Essential Performance Review Handbook

aThe Essential Performance Review Handbook turns the writing of such appraisals from a tedious paperwork chore to a powerful management and motivational toolaa valuable new way of thinking about an old task.a
Robert Bly, author of 101 Ways to Make Every Second Count
aThis book should be required reading for all employers and their supervisors.a
Henry P. Baer, former chair of the labor & employment law practice, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
Are performance reviews at your company like fruitcake--you get it every year whether you want one or not? It doesnat have to be like that. Because everyone wants to know how theyare doing, how they measure up, and what their chances are for advancement and rewards. And they want to do things right.
The Essential Performance Review Handbook will help you understand why performance reviews:
Serve as an important business tool.
Motivate personnel and increase productivity.
Help achieve your company goals.
Improve manager-employee communication.
Reduce your risk of legal liability.
Whether youare a manager or a HR professional, this is an indispensable resource to help you create confident, motivated, and productive employees.