Performance Management

Performance management is typically a systematic process by which an organization involves its employees, in improving organizational effectiveness in the accomplishment of a given vision, mission and set of goals. This is most often seen in a performance or appraisal process which encompasses goal setting activities, on-going performance monitoring and feedback, and periodically rating performance and rewarding high levels of performance.

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Performance Management Considered in Light of Sexy Younger Cousin - Talent Management
by: Anne Sandberg, March 2010

Performance Management has been around for decades while its sexier younger cousin, Talent Management, presents a more modern, 21st century emphasis on strategic employee selection and retention. This article explores the differences and relationship between these two human resources initiatives, and how one supports the other.

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