Performance Evaluations: 10 Tips

An effective performance evaluation requires proper training of supervisors, good record keeping, and more, according to HR.BLR.com.

Old Saybrook, CT (PRWEB) July 10, 2004 -- While a performance appraisal means taking a hard look at an employees work, Human Resources should periodically a take a hard look at the companys evaluation process, to ensure its both fair and effective.

HR.BLR.com, operated by compliance publisher Business & Legal Reports, Inc., offers these tips for doing just that: 1) Encourage supervisors to give honest evaluations; 2) Make sure supervisors truly understand their subordinates work; 3) Make sure supervisors look at all aspects of an employees performance; 4) Do not allow marginal performers to linger; 5) Apply standards that are geared to the job in question; 6) Make your standards relevant; 7) Back up judgments with facts - production records, disciplinary reports, attendance records, etc.; 8) Dont allow personalities or unusual work habits to interfere with a true measurement of what the employee has accomplished; 9) Give employees a clear understanding of all performance standards; 10) If youre saving written performance evaluations, keep in a confidential file.

Located in Old Saybrook, CT, Business & Legal Reports has been the plain-English source for state human resources, safety, environmental, and compensation compliance and training products since 1977.

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