Innovative Human Resource Performance Evaluations

So, you think you have what it takes to start a business? That’s great! The truth is anyone can start a business and anyone can become a “business owner.” The real question is can anyone run a successful business? If you continue to follow this blog and you will be able to answer that question sooner rather than later! 

This blog will teach and guide you on what many entrepreneurs lack; INNOVATIVE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT techniques. It’s time to steer away from the traditional business management procedures. For instance, your employees are tired of having to wait a year for a performance evaluation, at which their manager brings up instances they can’t even remember. “I am sorry Sally, but we can’t give you a raise because you were late one time six months ago.” Really? I am sure Sally is going back to their desk to work hard for you the rest of the day. NOT! Sally is upset, chances are she has no plans on working hard anytime soon. In fact, I bet she left that evaluation with plans to update her resume later that evening. 

What should managers replace annual review with? Well, that’s a good question! Managers can do a variety of different things. They can do a performance evaluation every 90 days so the employee is constantly getting feedback on their job performance. They can call it as they see it by correcting or praising employee behavior on the spot, however this method must be done in private. It is never good management practice to embarrass employees in front of one another. Another method is having uncomfortable talks every few months (which are basically the same as performance evaluations but with a less intimidating name and perception of receiving a raise). Uncomfortable talks are a good way for managers to get inside their employees’ heads. Employees are more willing to give ideas, talk about their feelings, and receive constructive criticism through informal meetings. Try out all three and leave what worked best for your business in the comments. 

Business Blog Tip: Occasionally take your employee offsite for the evaluation. Restaurants are great places to hold informal meetings. Your employee will be refreshed with the new atmosphere & appreciate you buying them lunch!

Annual evaluations are just one technique that needs to go! There are many others that we will discuss and replace with new innovative methods. If there are any topics you are interested in learning more about please let us know in the comments!