Coaching conversations must be backed up by accountability so that employees are aware of their progress and how they may further improve in the future.
Traditional performance evaluations tend to focus on the past; as a result they are often critical and demotivating. Looking forward is more positive and constructive.
Again, the traditional approach focuses primarily on rectifying employees’ weaknesses. However, research suggests that encouraging people further to develop their strengths will yield much more effective results.
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Article source HR Zone - British website focused on HR