Based on the readings’ overview of performance management and the evolution of accountability versus a development-based process and the “hybrid” approach, write a short paper responding to each of the questions below. In each answer, be sure to provide your opinion regarding the practicality and/or ease of implementation. Two pages double-spaced typed is the expectation for this short paper.
What is the business case against the “traditional” performance appraisal with quantitative yearly ratings as represented in The Performance Management Revolution article? (List three reasons from the article and provide your opinion regarding each.)
What are the challenges of a development-focused approach to performance management where the supervisor is expected to meet a few times a year for a performance-management discussion that has more emphasis on ongoing development? (List three challenges and provide your opinion for each.)
What is your opinion of the hybrid approach? (Include pros and cons.)