Research: Performance Reviews That Actually Motivate Employees
Briefly

Many companies are discarding number-based performance reviews in favor of narrative evaluations, aimed at providing more context and constructive feedback, thus enhancing employee development.
Some organizations have opted to eliminate numerical reviews altogether, choosing instead to conduct regular check-ins that focus on dialogue and continuous feedback rather than scores.
Despite the benefits of narrative feedback, some companies have reverted to using 'shadow' rankings, blending qualitative insights with internal metrics for a more objective evaluation.
The use of shadow rankings can create a disconnect where employees feel they’re being evaluated without the transparency of the numerical ratings they’ve moved away from.
Read at Harvard Business Review
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