Objectives Describe the benefits of performance appraisals List the steps to preparing for an appraisal Define the rule of “Intention and Attention” and explain its application Identify ways to build on strengths for continuous growth List the elements of a successful appraisal meeting Describe the benefits of performance appraisals List the steps to preparing for an appraisal Define the rule of “Intention and Attention” and explain its application Identify ways to build on strengths for continuous growth List the elements of a successful appraisal meeting

Benefits Legal protection Strengthen relationships Improve productivity Legal protection Strengthen relationships Improve productivity

Preparation Notify employee 2 weeks in advance Gather and review documentation Base ratings on entire period Avoid bias and support your ratings Evaluate own performance Develop goals for future performance Plan ways to create open environment for two-way communication Notify employee 2 weeks in advance Gather and review documentation Base ratings on entire period Avoid bias and support your ratings Evaluate own performance Develop goals for future performance Plan ways to create open environment for two-way communication

Documentation Job description Incident log Performance notes Attendance records Goals set during prior period Job description Incident log Performance notes Attendance records Goals set during prior period

Intention and Attention Intention = What you keep in mind Attention = What you do Intention = What you keep in mind Attention = What you do

During the Appraisal Focus on achievements Keep the meeting positive Build on strengths Brainstorm solutions for areas needing improvement Set SMART goals for growth Focus on achievements Keep the meeting positive Build on strengths Brainstorm solutions for areas needing improvement Set SMART goals for growth

SMART Goals Specific Measurable Achievable Realistic Time sensitive Specific Measurable Achievable Realistic Time sensitive

Leading the Meeting Put employee at ease Use positive feedback to reduce defensiveness Build on strengths Encourage two-way communication Encourage forward thinking Put employee at ease Use positive feedback to reduce defensiveness Build on strengths Encourage two-way communication Encourage forward thinking