Dear Vicki: 'Annual performance reviews are disrupting my business. What could I do instead?'

"The annual performance review process disrupts the business for weeks, requiring managers to write long reports that take time away from their primary responsibilities."

"Staff often take offense at feedback intended to be constructive, leading to bad feelings and misunderstandings that can affect workplace morale."

Performance review programs can be disruptive and counterproductive for medium-sized companies. They require significant time investment from managers, who must prepare lengthy reports. This process can lead to misunderstandings and resentment among employees, especially when feedback is perceived as criticism rather than constructive. The annual ritual may no longer serve its intended purpose and could be considered outdated in modern business practices.

Read at Independent