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7 Fatal Flaws in Your Company's Appraisal Strategy and How to Avoid Them

An appraisal process is vital for maximizing team productivity and individual satisfaction, yet only 48% of employees have performance objectives in place.

Productivity

fromGameSpot

Here's Why Your Nintendo Switch 2 Display Looks So Blurry

"The Switch 2 LCD has blurring characteristics that are easily worse than the 2017 Switch's display," states Digital Foundry, highlighting critical performance issues with the new console.

Video games

fromJapers' Rink

2024-25 Rink Wrap: Spencer Carbery

Spencer Carbery exceeded expectations by transforming a struggling team into one that achieved a historic point total, showcasing his coaching prowess and vision.

Washington Capitals

Kristin Chenoweth's National Anthem Was Elevated, Actually

Chenoweth’s performance was met with mixed reviews, with some labeling her a 'bad performance,' yet others appreciated her adept execution of the national anthem.

Golden State Warriors

#theater

Writing

Gods and Monsters: Eurydice and Bowl EP

Washington Capitals

Center Stage's searing 'Virginia Woolf': Why now? * Oregon ArtsWatch

Writing

Gods and Monsters: Eurydice and Bowl EP

Washington Capitals

Center Stage's searing 'Virginia Woolf': Why now? * Oregon ArtsWatch

more#theater

fromwww.theguardian.com

Ballet BC review fizzing energy from dancers laid bare

Pite's choreography in 'Frontier' is remarkable, uniting style and narrative, captivating audiences while artistically expressing themes of fear and the unknown.

Berlin music

fromNew York Post

'American Idol' fans roast Jessica Simpson's first live TV performance in 15 years: 'Absolute train wreck'

Jessica Simpson was an absolute train wreck on American Idol tonight!!

NYC music

fromdefector.com

All Of You Motherfuckers Are On Fraud Watch

My goodness. has there ever been a bigger collection of frauds? 64-18 in the regular season. No. 1 seed. Best offensive rating in the league.

Boston Celtics

'Groundhog Day': Worth repeating * Oregon ArtsWatch

"With a less talented and charismatic star, a production could fall flat, but that's not the case here. Travis Bilenski proved to be equally impressive as Phil."

NYC music

Microsoft's potential pivot on performance reviews shows how tech companies are leaning into efficiency as the AI wars heat up

Microsoft is re-evaluating its employee performance assessment process, shifting towards a tougher approach to address underperformance.

fromComputerWeekly.com

Information security

Secure Future Initiative reveals Microsoft staff focus | Computer Weekly

Women in technology

Microsoft is replacing its chief people officer as it rethinks performance reviews. Read CEO Satya Nadella's email.

Tech industry

Microsoft's potential pivot on performance reviews shows how tech companies are leaning into efficiency as the AI wars heat up

Microsoft is re-evaluating its employee performance assessment process, shifting towards a tougher approach to address underperformance.

fromComputerWeekly.com

Information security

Secure Future Initiative reveals Microsoft staff focus | Computer Weekly

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Women in technology

Microsoft is replacing its chief people officer as it rethinks performance reviews. Read CEO Satya Nadella's email.

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#theatre

London music

fromwww.thisislocallondon.co.uk

Review: Much Ado About Nothing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane

The production of Much Ado About Nothing lacked substance despite its lively atmosphere.

The absence of key characters diminished the play's impact.

Miscellaneous

Is it Worth Waiting for Godot?

fromwww.theguardian.com

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Film

The week in theatre: Speed; Shanghai Dolls review

London music

fromwww.thisislocallondon.co.uk

Review: Much Ado About Nothing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane

The production of Much Ado About Nothing lacked substance despite its lively atmosphere.

The absence of key characters diminished the play's impact.

Miscellaneous

Is it Worth Waiting for Godot?

fromwww.theguardian.com

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Film

The week in theatre: Speed; Shanghai Dolls review

more#theatre

NYC music

Lady Gaga accused of 'Satanism' after Coachella set - and we're so back

Lady Gaga's Coachella 2025 performance received mixed reactions, but overwhelmingly positive feedback from fans and critics, marking her triumphant return.

Her performance was a dramatic showcase of artistry, complete with elaborate costumes and choreographed elements.

#classical-music

Berlin music

fromLos Angeles Times

Review: The starry spectacle of Yuja Wang and Vikingur Olafsson at Disney Hall

Yuja Wang and Vikingur Ãlafsson's recital at Walt Disney Concert Hall captivated audiences, leading to an additional concert date due to high demand.

NYC music

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

The Classical Music Our Critics Can't Stop Thinking About

Julia Wolfe's 'Her Story' powerfully reflects the struggles of women through music, especially in the context of political upheaval.

The performance at the Kennedy Center showcased a seamless blend of voices that highlighted the intensity of women's experiences.

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

Berlin music

Review: S.F. Symphony goes to battle with Brahms and Shostakovich

Miscellaneous

Review: S.F. Opera's Adler Fellows dazzle in showcase performance

Berlin music

Not how you play but how you listen: The Jerusalem Quartet's complete Shostakovich cycle for Friends of Chamber Music * Oregon ArtsWatch

Berlin music

fromLos Angeles Times

Review: The starry spectacle of Yuja Wang and Vikingur Olafsson at Disney Hall

Yuja Wang and Vikingur Ãlafsson's recital at Walt Disney Concert Hall captivated audiences, leading to an additional concert date due to high demand.

NYC music

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

The Classical Music Our Critics Can't Stop Thinking About

Julia Wolfe's 'Her Story' powerfully reflects the struggles of women through music, especially in the context of political upheaval.

The performance at the Kennedy Center showcased a seamless blend of voices that highlighted the intensity of women's experiences.

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

Berlin music

Review: S.F. Symphony goes to battle with Brahms and Shostakovich

Miscellaneous

Review: S.F. Opera's Adler Fellows dazzle in showcase performance

Berlin music

Not how you play but how you listen: The Jerusalem Quartet's complete Shostakovich cycle for Friends of Chamber Music * Oregon ArtsWatch

TikTok is making some employees choose: PIP or severance

TikTok offers low-scoring employees a choice between a performance improvement plan or a severance package amid reviews.

The company aims to streamline its workforce following instructions to managers to deliver more low scores.

The Department of Defense is publicly telling staff to ignore the DOGE team's 'what did you do last week' email requests

The Pentagon instructs employees to halt response to DOGE's performance report request, asserting its authority in personnel review.

US news

Federal Workers Will Get Another Email Asking Them to Detail Accomplishments

US news

The Department of Defense is publicly telling staff to ignore the DOGE team's 'what did you do last week' email requests

The Pentagon instructs employees to halt response to DOGE's performance report request, asserting its authority in personnel review.

fromwww.london-unattached.com

US news

Federal Workers Will Get Another Email Asking Them to Detail Accomplishments

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The Marriage of Figaro ENO

A highlight is Cherubino's 'Voi che sapete,' featuring mezzo-soprano Hanna Hipps, who masterfully blends humor and sensuality amidst the opera's relational chaos.

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