[Fredslist] Best in human resources

[Michael Wiebe]

After 30 years of HR professionals, a couple years ago I've discovered one 
of the best!  My friend Warren has diverse experience and can ad great value 
as contractor or employee.  Contact him directly at warren60 at mac.com. or me 
mike at wiebeassoc.com for reference.

Thanks Gotham.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Warren Davis" <warren60 at mac.com>
To: <mike at wiebeassoc.com>
Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2006 8:51 AM
Subject: Performance Appraisal - The Great Underachiever


> Performance Appraisal ? The Great Underachiever
>
> Of all the management tools, the Performance Appraisal process is the most 
> underutilized and most misunderstood.  Yet, Performance Appraisal, 
> properly done, is a powerful, powerful tool, and addresses the key 
> concerns that most Manager?s have.  Properly done, the Performance 
> Appraisal process aligns, motivates and develops your people.  Most times, 
> however, Managers just want to get through the Performance Appraisal 
> process with a minimum amount of damage.
>
> I have been in Human Resources for over 25 years, and have witnessed and 
> have been part of the full spectrum of Performance Appraisal 
> possibilities.  The successful processes have the following 
> characteristics:
>
> 1. An energetic, positive preparation
> 2. An objective discussion between the Manager and a third party about 
> his/her people before anything is written.
> 3. Practical Training  (New and Refresher/Reminder) before sitting down 
> with the people to be reviewed.
> 4. An emphasis on the person?s development.
> 5. A clear statement of expectations
> 6. An alignment with the organization?s objectives
>
> Done properly, Performance Appraisal is a powerful and valuable tool. I 
> can get this done within an organization.  Most recently, I did this as a 
> consultant for a privately owned company.  Here's the case study:
>
> Scenario: Privately owned consumer products company about to be acquired.
>
> Problem: Change from a family owned, centrally driven company to an 
> organization focused on continuous improvement and cost reduction.
>
> Solution: Install Performance Development systems with a focus for cost 
> reduction initiatives and the development of metrics, benchmarking and 
> continuous improvement. In conjunction with the IT Department, leveraged 
> the JD Edwards System to help provide metrics for the goals and 
> objectives. Trained management to conduct effective performance reviews.
>
> Outcome:  This was completed in 9 weeks, 3 weeks ahead of schedule. This 
> also led to the development of cross-functional teams, coordinated with 
> IT, to address the significant issues facing the organization.
>
>
> See my website: www.thethirdequation.com
>
> Warren Davis
> 914 656 7164
>
>
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