How can you make the most of annual performance reviews to set your team and organization up for success? In this episode, we delve into the critical role of performance management season from a senior leadership perspective. Far from just ticking a box, this process provides a powerful mechanism for aligning teams, scaling accountability, and building a thriving organizational culture. Learn how to turn year-end reviews into an opportunity to reward impactful behaviors, foster alignment with business goals, and strengthen team dynamics.
We’ll discuss practical strategies for preparing your leadership team, delivering actionable feedback, and creating a two-way dialogue that empowers your employees. From ensuring metrics reflect broader company objectives to recognizing positive risk-taking and contributions, this episode equips you with the tools to make reviews intentional and effective. Don’t let the holiday rush detract from this strategic moment—plan thoughtfully and set the tone for success.
What You’ll Learn In Today’s Episode:
- Why annual reviews are a key strategic moment for leaders.
- How to make performance reviews more than a checkbox exercise.
- Strategies to align metrics with broader business goals.
- How to deliver feedback that drives improvement and morale.
- The importance of rewarding behaviors you want to see repeated.
- Coaching your leadership team to become effective coaches.
- Creating a culture of two-way feedback.
- Recognizing and rewarding positive risk-taking.
- How to prepare teams with tools for effective performance reviews.
- Why thoughtful planning before the holidays is essential.
Ideas Worth Sharing:
“It’s important to think about what you want to reward because rewarded behavior will be repeated.” – Elisia Keown Share on X “Make sure everyone on your team has the tools they need to review metrics and contributions.” – Elisia Keown Share on X “Annual performance reviews are not meant to be rushed, so planning the time before the holidays and taking the time to be thoughtful and intentional will go a long way.” – Elisia Keown Share on XResources In Today’s Episode:
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