Performance Appraisals in the Workplace

The term “performance appraisal” refers to the regular review of an employee’s job performance and overall contribution to a company. Also known as an annual review, performance review

They are usually designed by HR departments as a way for employees to develop in their careers. They provide individuals with feedback on their job performance

How Performance Appraisals Work

Types of Performance Appraisals

Individuals rate their job performance and behavior

Self-assessment

An individual’s work group or co-workers rate their performance

Peer assessment

Includes input from an      individual, supervisor, and peers.

360-degree feedback assessment

This newer trend utilizes a mediator and attempts to moderate the adversarial nature of performance evaluations by allowing the subject to present first.

Negotiated appraisal