Performance Management and Inclusion Concepts
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What is an example of an absolute rating method?

  • 360-degree feedback
  • Forced distribution
  • Critical incident technique
  • Behaviourally Anchored Rating Scale (BARS) (correct)

    • Ranking methods promote internal competition and can lead to aggressive and unethical practices.

    True

    What is the critical incident technique used for?

    To provide concrete behavioral examples for performance appraisal.

    Which of the following is a key takeaway regarding performance measurement?

    <p>Rater errors and human biases can distort ratings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ interview is a protocol used for providing strength-based feedback.

    <p>feedforward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Employees generally favor traditional annual performance reviews.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of measuring competencies in organizations?

    <p>To measure knowledge, skills, and attitudes in addition to results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is performance management?

    <p>A process for establishing shared understanding about what is to be achieved and managing and developing people in a way that increases the probability of achieving goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of performance appraisal?

    <p>To formally evaluate employees' performance along a set of dimensions and assign a score.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the key components of the traditional performance management cycle?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the AMO model stand for in the context of underperformance?

    <p>Ability, Motivation, Opportunity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The method that can improve the accuracy of performance measurement is the __________ method.

    <p>critical incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are formal strategies for fostering inclusive workplaces? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Anti-bias training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Inclusion in the workplace means that all employees are treated fairly and valued for who they are, which fosters a sense of __________.

    <p>belonging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Diversity is the same as inclusion.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following elements of performance measurement:

    <p>Leniency Error = Consistently rates employees at the high end Central Tendency Error = Consistently rates employees at the midpoint Halo Error = Positive impression drives ratings on other dimensions Contrast Error = Evaluation is influenced by a previous employee's rating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two motivations for creating inclusive workplaces?

    <p>Doing what is right and ensuring business success.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a comparative rating method?

    <p>Forced distribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of behaviourally anchored rating scales (BARS)?

    <p>Explicit behavioral standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ranking methods are popular with employees.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a downside of traditional performance reviews?

    <p>They identify past mistakes rather than developing strengths.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technique is used for gathering multi-source reviews?

    <p>360-degree feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The feedforward interview consists of how many steps?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Strength-based feedback focuses on areas of weakness for employee growth.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Organisations are advised to measure both 'results' and __________.

    <p>competencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What system did Adobe introduce to provide more meaningful performance feedback?

    <p>Check-In</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is performance management?

    <p>A process for establishing shared understanding about what is to be achieved and managing people to increase the probability of achieving goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the key components of the traditional performance management cycle?

    <p>Goal setting, feedback, and performance appraisals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the AMO model used for?

    <p>Understanding the reasons for underperformance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does goal-setting theory suggest?

    <p>Setting specific and challenging goals increases motivation and performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Performance appraisal occurs frequently.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key takeaway about inclusive workplaces?

    <p>Inclusion is only necessary for minority groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of diversity and anti-bias training?

    <p>To enhance understanding and mitigate bias within the workplace.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Performance management = A process for establishing shared understanding and managing people Performance appraisal = A formal process of evaluation by a supervisor 360-degree feedback = Feedback from various sources around an employee Critical incident method = Performance measurement based on specific events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The climate for ______ refers to shared perceptions by employees focused on creating a sense of belongingness.

    <p>inclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor influencing firm performance regarding diversity?

    <p>An inclusive climate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of performance measurement methods?

    <p>Ranking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ranking methods are popular with employees.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the critical incident technique provide?

    <p>Concrete behavioral examples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The two classic approaches to performance measurement are Ranking and __________.

    <p>Rating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an advantage of using 360-degree feedback?

    <p>It promotes a climate of continuous improvement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Strength-based feedback is focused on areas of weakness.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key takeaways regarding performance reviews?

    <p>They tend to be disliked by employees and managers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ADOBE introduced a system called __________ to provide more meaningful feedback.

    <p>Check-In</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the performance measurement methods with their characteristics:

    <p>Ranking = Promotes internal competition BARS = Explicit behavioral standards 360-degree feedback = Multi-source review Critical incident technique = Concrete behavioral examples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is performance management?

    <p>A process for establishing shared understanding about what is to be achieved, and an approach to managing and developing people in a way which increases the probability that it will be achieved in the short and long term.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of performance appraisal?

    <p>A formal process by which employees are evaluated by a judge (typically a supervisor) who assesses the employee's performance along a given set of dimensions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are included in the learning objectives? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Explain the key concepts in performance management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following methods can increase accuracy and meaningfulness of performance measurement? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Critical incident method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Goal-setting theory suggests that setting specific and challenging goals has no effect on motivation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the AMO model represent in the context of understanding underperformance?

    <p>Ability, Motivation, and Opportunity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of diversity in the workplace?

    <p>Differences among employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the definition of inclusion in a workplace?

    <p>All employees treated fairly, valued for who they are, and included in core decision making.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ process refers to the evaluation of employee performance by a judge.

    <p>performance measurement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are considered formal inclusion policies? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Diversity and anti-bias training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Performance Management: Key Concepts

    • Performance management is a process of aligning employee actions with company objectives, while performance appraisal is a formal evaluation of employee performance.
    • The traditional performance management cycle involves goal setting, feedback, and performance appraisals.
    • Goal setting theory states that setting specific and challenging goals can motivate employees to improve their performance.

    Inclusive Workplaces

    • Diversity refers to differences among employees, including both knowledge-related and demographic aspects.
    • Inclusion means all employees, regardless of background, are valued, treated fairly, and participate in key decisions.
    • Inclusion can contribute to business success through better firm performance, employee motivation, and a positive image as a fair employer.

    Inclusive Workplace Strategies

    • Formal policies should focus on increasing diversity, enhancing inclusion, and creating accountability.
    • Informal practices such as proactive relationship building, emphasizing work outcomes over time, creating team charters, and using inclusive language are essential.

    Performance Measurement

    • Performance measurement is a formal process of evaluating employee performance against specific criteria.
    • Rater errors such as leniency, severity, central tendency, halo effect, primacy/recency, contrast effect, and similar-to-me bias can affect the accuracy of performance evaluations.
    • Training, memory aids, and accountability measures can reduce rater errors and improve the objectivity of evaluations.

    Performance Measurement Methods

    • Traditional methods include ranking and rating systems.
    • Ranking methods such as forced distribution can be useful for eliminating poor performance but are often perceived as unfair by employees.
    • Rating methods, such as BARS (Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scales), provide more specific behavioral standards.

    Improving Performance Measurement

    • The critical incident technique uses concrete behavioral examples to measure performance.
    • 360-degree feedback involves collecting performance evaluations from multiple sources, providing a more comprehensive evaluation.

    Performance Measurement

    • The performance measurement process needs to be standardized to reduce rater error and human biases that distort ratings of employee performance
    • Rating errors and biases can be addressed through training, memory aids, and accountability
    • Traditional approaches to performance measurement include ranking and rating employees
    • The critical incident method and 360-degree feedback can be used to increase accuracy and meaningfulness in performance measurement
    • Organizations should measure both ‘what’ (results) employees deliver and ‘how’ they do it (competencies)
    • To reduce subjectivity, organizations may opt to only measure ‘results’ (e.g., % sales increase, number complaints)
    • Results are not always under employee control and actions that do not contribute to results may be disregarded
    • Organizations are advised to also measure ‘competencies’ (i.e., knowledge, skills and attitudes)

    Performance Reviews

    • Traditional performance reviews focus on identifying past mistakes rather than developing strengths
    • Employees and managers tend to dislike traditional (annual) performance reviews
    • Infrequent and poor alignment with employees’ progress
    • Performance reviews are transitioning to strength-based feedback and focusing on future behavior and personal development
    • Strength-based feedback views employee strengths as the true opportunities for growth
    • The feedforward interview is an interview protocol used for providing strength-based feedback
    • Continuous feedback conversations provide real-time feedback that take employees' progress into account
    • ADOBE introduced a system called “Check-In” to provide more meaningful and timely feedback to their employees

    Feedforward Interview Protocol

    • The feedforward interview is an interview protocol for strength-based feedback
    • The feedforward interview is a three-step process:
      • Step 1: Helping the employee identify a personal success story
      • Step 2: Helping the employee discover their personal success code
      • Step 3: Helping the employee to align their future with their personal success code
    • These steps help the employee to identify their strengths and translate them into future success
    • The feedforward interview protocol focuses on positive experiences and the characteristics and actions that contributed to their success

    Strengths-based Feedback

    • The brain learns and grows most in areas where we have the most pre-existing synapses
    • This suggests that our strengths are our true areas of opportunity for growth
    • Focus on strengths helps employees grow and develop
    • Strength-based feedback helps employees leverage their existing skills and knowledge to achieve greater success

    Performance Management

    • Performance Management is an overarching term, Performance Appraisal is a formal, infrequent activity where employee performance is measured and evaluated.
    • Performance Management is linked to Goal Setting Theory, using challenging yet attainable goals to motivate employees.
    • The traditional Performance Management cycle includes goal setting, feedback, and performance appraisals.

    Performance Measurement

    • Performance Measurement is a formal process conducted infrequently. It is conducted by a judge (typically a supervisor) to assess an employee's performance against specific dimensions.
    • Rater errors in Performance Measurement include Leniency/Severity, Central Tendency, Halo, Primacy/Recency, Contrast, and Similar-to-Me.
    • To reduce rater errors, organizations can implement training on recognizing different performance levels, memory aids such as keeping a journal, and promote accountability by requiring raters to justify their evaluations.
    • Two classic approaches to Performance Measurement are comparative rating methods (Ranking) and absolute rating methods (Rating).
    • Comparative Rating methods rely on ranking employees, while Absolute Rating Methods use behaviorally anchored rating scales (BARS) that anchor ratings in specific behaviors.
    • Improving Performance Measurement includes employing the critical incident technique, 360-degree feedback, and focusing on competency-based assessments.

    Performance Measurement

    • Standardize the process to reduce subjectivity
    • Observe and document behavior with memory aids
    • Use critical incident method and 360-degree feedback for accuracy and meaningfulness

    Performance Management

    • Identify strengths, not weaknesses
    • Focus on future behavior and personal development
    • Continuous and personalized feedback

    Strengths-based feedback

    • Brain science indicates we learn and grow in our strengths, not weaknesses
    • Opportunities lie in developing our strengths
    • Feedforward interview protocol uses personal success stories to guide future development

    ADOBE

    • Disrupted performance reviews with their "Check-In" system
    • Meaningful and timely feedback for employees

    Key takeaways

    • Strength-based feedback focus on personal development
    • The feedforward interview provides strength-based insights
    • Continuous feedback conversations leverage real-time feedback

    Performance Management & Inclusion Practices

    • Performance Management: A process of aligning employee actions with organizational goals for both individual and organizational growth.
    • Performance Appraisal: A formal evaluation of an employee's performance by a supervisor, along set dimensions, resulting in a score and feedback.
    • Traditional Performance Management Cycle: Focuses on goal setting, feedback, and performance appraisals.
    • Goal Setting Theory: Setting specific, challenging, yet achievable goals motivates employees to improve their performance.
    • Diversity: Differences among individuals in an organization, encompassing knowledge, values, beliefs, and demographics.
    • Inclusion: Creating an environment where ALL employees feel valued for who they are and are treated fairly, regardless of their background.
    • Climate for Inclusion: Shared employee perception of policies, procedures, and activities that promote belonging and value individual uniqueness.
    • Inclusion Benefits: Positively impacts organizational performance, employee careers, and an organization's image as a fair employer.

    Performance Measurement

    • Performance Measurement: A formal process where an employee's skills and contributions are assessed using a set of defined criteria.
    • Rater Errors: Common biases in performance appraisal including leniency, severity, central tendency, halo effect, primacy/recency effect, contrast effect, and similar-to-me effect.
    • Reducing Error & Biases: Techniques like training, memory aids, and accountability can mitigate rater biases in performance evaluations.
    • Comparative Rating Methods: Involve ranking employees relative to each other, such as forced distribution, which can be unpopular and lead to internal competition.
    • Absolute Rating Methods: Use specific behavioral standards to anchor scores, providing a more objective and structured evaluation, but requires unique scales per job.
    • Improving Performance Measurement: Strategies for increasing performance measurement accuracy include utilizing the critical incident technique, 360-degree feedback, and competency-based assessments.

    Inclusive Workplaces

    • Formal Inclusion Policies: Aim to enhance diversity and inclusion within an organization, including recruitment and selection, targeted leadership development programs, and diversity training.
    • Informal Inclusion Practices: Managerial actions that foster inclusion, such as informal mentorship, support for flexible work arrangements, team charter development, and actively demonstrating support for inclusive values.
    • Challenges with Formal Policies: Risk of delegitimizing individuals, particularly in targeted programs, and potential for backfiring with diversity training due to lack of contextualization.
    • Importance of Alignment: Formal policies should be in sync with managerial behaviors to create a truly inclusive culture.
    • Key Takeaways: A comprehensive approach encompassing both formal and informal practices is necessary to build and sustain an inclusive workplace.

    Performance Measurement

    • Performance measurement must be standardized to reduce rater error and human biases.
    • Training, memory aids, and accountability can address rating errors and biases.
    • Traditional approaches include ranking and rating.
    • Critical incident method and 360-degree feedback increase accuracy and meaningfulness.

    Performance Management

    • Performance measurement focuses on 'what' (results) and 'how' (competencies) employees deliver.
    • Organizations can measure results, such as sales increase or number of complaints.
    • Results may not always be under employee control, disregarding actions not contributing to results.
    • Organizations should also measure competencies, such as knowledge, skills, and attitudes.

    Performance Review Problems

    • Performance reviews focus on identifying past mistakes instead of developing strengths.
    • Reviews are infrequent and poorly aligned with employee progress.
    • The performance management revolution aims to shift from traditional performance reviews to continuous personalized feedback.
    • Strengths-based feedback views employee strengths as opportunities for growth.
    • The feedforward interview provides strength-based feedback.
    • Continuous feedback conversations provide real-time feedback considering employee progress.
    • ADOBE implemented "Check-in" to offer meaningful and timely feedback.

    Strengths-Based Feedback

    • Brain science suggests that we learn and grow more in areas of existing strength than weakness.
    • Growth occurs primarily in areas where the brain has pre-existing synapses.

    Feedforward Interview Protocol

    • Step 1: Identify a personal success story focusing on positive experiences.
    • Step 2: Discover the employee's personal success code, including characteristics, actions, support from others, and organizational support.
    • Step 3: Align future with the success code by asking the feedforward question.

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    This quiz explores key concepts in performance management, including the cycle of goal setting, appraisal, and the importance of inclusive workplaces. Discover how diversity and inclusion can drive employee motivation and improve business performance through effective strategies.

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