Benefits of Performance Appraisal in the Workplace

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What are some benefits of performance appraisal to the organization?

Increase employees' organizational commitment, ensure employee retention, increase productivity, reduce risk of complaints and litigation

How does performance appraisal benefit the manager?

Helps in determining how each employee's job can further the organization's goals, identifying strengths and weaknesses, rewarding good employees, keeping morale high through feedback

What are some benefits of performance appraisal to the employee?

Clarify expectations, receive continuous feedback, help in achieving personal goals

What are the basic components of a system in the context of performance appraisal?

Objectives, Control Mechanism, Input, Transformation, Output Signup and view all the answers

Why is performance appraisal considered a system?

Because it contains elements of objectives, input, transformation, and output Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of a performance appraisal system to the organization?

Feedback mechanism to make improvements or maintain performance Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of a performance appraisal system to the manager?

Understanding objectives and obtaining objective performance information Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of a performance appraisal system to the employee?

Opportunity to improve performance Signup and view all the answers

Describe the basic configuration of a performance appraisal system.

Feedback mechanism through performance interviews Signup and view all the answers

What role does the HR department play in the performance appraisal system?

Policy making, advisory, and training supervisors Signup and view all the answers

What are the strategic roles of employees during the appraisal interview?

Participate actively by identifying problems, generating solutions, expressing thoughts, and outlining actions to improve performance. Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of employees after the appraisal interview?

To proactively implement agreed actions and seek feedback on progress towards goals. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for employees to seek feedback from the appraiser?

To gain advice and view on progress towards the achievement of goals. Signup and view all the answers

When is it suggested to revise previously agreed goals?

In the light of changing conditions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the strategic role of managers and staff in a performance appraisal system?

To actively engage in the system and contribute to problem-solving, personnel development, and performance improvement. Signup and view all the answers