In this engaging episode of the Two Piers Podcast, host Erica D’Eramo sits down with Sarah Scala, founder of Sarah Scala Consulting, to discuss the evolution of leadership, the importance of inclusion, and the value of lifelong learning. With over 25 years of experience in leadership and team development, Sarah shares her insights on how leaders and organizations can thrive in a rapidly changing world.
The Dreaded Annual Performance Review
It's the most wonderful time of the year! 🎶 Ehem. You know, the time when we get to have genuine and deeply insightful conversations between managers and direct reports about what went well and where we can grow next year.
Oh. Is that not how the annual performance cycle feels to you?
Well you're not alone. Plenty has been written and researched in terms of the ineffectiveness (and literal harmfulness) of year-end performance conversations. Even the Society of HR Managers gives them a failing grade.