Editor’s Note

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The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the way we work. Along with that, it has also forced organizations to revamp the traditional performance management platforms to measurably redefine high performance. Although what counts for good performance remains the same, the conditions based on how performance parameters are measured have changed. Implementing agile performance management is key.

Performance Management is not about the software or the procedure used but rather the quality of the continued conversation between the manager and team members. Managers need to be constantly open to questions and offer timely and honest performance and development feedback. Our cover story, Performance Management: 5 Reminders To Roll Out A More Agile Approach, talks about why a shift towards continuous feedback and an intention to turn every moment to a learning opportunity, is needed
 
Performance Management has become a meaningless checkbox exercise, and in response a small handful of companies have tried to eliminate them. Performance management can be fixed by making the process useful for employees, supervisors, and leadership, says Dale S. Rose, President, 3D Group, in an exclusive interaction with HR.com. Read the interview for some valuable insights on today’s changing world of work and performance management.

Employee engagement has always been a big topic in performance. We understand why it’s important, we understand that it’s necessary, but we have little understanding how to measure it and how to drive it because there are so many factors that impact it. Check out Caitlin Collins’ article, Getting Promoted While Working From Home that points out why it is time to take a realistic approach in managing our people.

Whether your organization is like the many others that have experienced a rough patch or you’re lucky enough to be enjoying your best performance ever, employee experience must be a mainstay through every peak and valley, says Aleassa Schambers in her article, Hot Dogs And Employee Experience? Yes, There Is A Connection! 

Also check out an exclusive research by the HR Research Institute in partnership with SkillSurvey, Understanding and Adapting to Today’s Massive Transformation of Work, that focuses on creating a workplace experience that meets the needs of employees in a changed world.

In brief, this edition includes articles that talk about changing performance management strategies and tips to improve the overall employee experience.

We hope you enjoy reading all articles and get back to us with your valuable feedback.

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