Work Performance Evaluations

Performance Evaluation
Performance Evaluation

Work performance evaluations are powerful for both employers and employees. A performance review allows managers to make sure their employee’s goals are aligned with the company and acts as a valuable opportunity to provide insights to employees regarding their performance. When done correctly, performance reviews can benefit everyone, offering clear and direct communication between employer and employee.

What should employers keep in mind when conducting a performance review?

  1. Be honest
  2. Do it face to face
  3. Use tangible examples
  4. End on a positive note
  5. Choose your words with care
  6. Focus on Performance
  7. Remain Objective

Performance Review: Dos and Don’ts

Do:

  • Listen to your employees
  • Support your feedback
  • Provide an active plan
  • Provide options for training or development
  • Follow-up
  • Be open to feedback

Don’t:

  • Don’t use the word “but”
  • Don’t focus on only things to improve, focus on areas of success & improvement
  • Don’t do all the talking
  • Don’t listen to reply, listen to understand

Performance Evaluation Criteria

  1. Attendance – Is the employee showing up and leaving work on time?
  2. Innovation and Creativity – Does the employee think outside the box?
  3. Leadership – Is your employee keeping their team motivated and on schedule?
  4. Communication Skills – Does your employee communicate effectively with you and their co-workers?
  5. Collaboration and Teamwork – How does your employee work on a team? How is their interaction and contributions to the team?
  6. Time Management – Does your employee meet deadlines? Can they prioritize tasks?
  7. Customer experience – Does your employee provide a positive experience to customers?

Performance evaluations are essential within any company and are a must if you want to see regular improvement from your staff.

Work Performance Evaluations

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