Performance Appraisal System Discussion: Team Assignment – HRM 531, Week 4

Summary

Performance appraisal systems are key to managing employees and teams. Students learn about converting individual appraisals to team appraisals, and how to motivate and reward employees.

Converting Individual Appraisals

Individual appraisal systems are discussed. Students consider how to convert these to team appraisals. Differences between the two systems are explored.

Team Appraisal Needs

The unique needs of a team appraisal system are examined. Team motivations and expectations are considered. Relevance, sensitivity, and reliability are important.

Advantages and Disadvantages

The pros and cons of team appraisal systems are discussed. Biases and errors in performance ratings are considered. Social loafing is addressed.

Career Development Plan

A career management plan is crucial for a company. Employees need help and training to reach new goals. Feedback and advice help employees grow.

Key terms

Performance management

The process of influencing employee behavior to achieve desired performance.

Social loafing

When team members put in less effort because they feel their work is not noticed.

Relevance

The appraisal must link job performance to organizational objectives.

Sensitivity

Honest critiques of actions by all involved in the evaluation.

Reliability

The appraisal system must be consistent and accurate.

Feedback

Information provided to employees about their performance.

Questions this document helps with

• How do you convert an individual appraisal system to a team appraisal system?
• What are the unique needs of a team appraisal system?
• How can social loafing be minimized in a team appraisal system?

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