How to Improve the Effectiveness of Performance Management and Appraisal by Overcoming the Root Cause of the Problem

By Julie Freeman - This article explores why existing formal and informal approaches to employee performance management and appraisal (EPMA) tend to work well enough in theory, but fail to meet expectations in practice. It identifies the root cause of the problem and presents a solution for how it can be eliminated, or at least minimized. Various suggestions for how it can be applied to meet differing individual or corporate needs are also outlined. (Added: 12-Sep-2002 Hits: 399 )