The detail in this is so helpful. As a manager, it can be very difficult to do performance reviews that don't feel like personal criticism. As an employee, it is too easy to feel defensive. This thoughtful approach is needed, even in smaller companies. What do you think about weekly reports to help track performance?
Thanks, Michelle! I think weekly reports can absolutely help track performance. And where possible, it's helpful to either have employees own that reporting themselves or to automate it, especially for small organizations where time is such a precious resource.
The detail in this is so helpful. As a manager, it can be very difficult to do performance reviews that don't feel like personal criticism. As an employee, it is too easy to feel defensive. This thoughtful approach is needed, even in smaller companies. What do you think about weekly reports to help track performance?
Thanks, Michelle! I think weekly reports can absolutely help track performance. And where possible, it's helpful to either have employees own that reporting themselves or to automate it, especially for small organizations where time is such a precious resource.
Excellent and informative article Kathy!
Thanks, Todd, for taking the time to read and comment! Let me know if there are any elements I could have improved or changed to make it stronger.