There are many things we do in HR where I see the potential of enhancing performance, and yet people dread it. One of those is the performance review conversation.
Those two words make both managers and employees cringe. It’s a ritual often dreaded because, let’s face it, most reviews end up being tepid, uninspiring, or a realization that the manager and employee see the world very differently.
But here’s the thing: performance review conversations don’t have to feel like an uncomfortable trip to the dentist. They can be opportunities for connection, growth, and, dare I say, inspiration.
