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\u200b\u200bPerformance management<\/span> must be reimagined to capture the full value of the workforce: to promote performance that is future-focused and organized around the principles of helping employees to continuously improve and enabling businesses to achieve their strategic objectives. Traditional performance management systems often fall short of meeting today\u2019s business demands and employee expectations. They typically focus on annual or biannual evaluations, and rely on outdated metrics and incomplete data, leading to biased assessments that don\u2019t align with the fast-paced, cross-functional nature of modern work.<\/span><\/p>\n There\u2019s another disconnect, too: while leaders may view their processes positively, nearly half of employees feel these systems are failing them. According to <\/span>Betterworks’ 2024 State of Performance Enablement<\/span><\/a> report, 44% of employees feel their performance management systems are failing, compared to just 12% of executives and HR professionals. This gap highlights the need for inclusive, flexible strategies that empower employees and drive real impact in their work lives.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”7a86f1b9-6848-408d-b68f-aa92be05ba80″ custom_margin=”||1rem||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”45a94a74-b207-4ab5-84ab-07c94a611183″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n HR leaders are navigating hybrid work, generational shifts, geographically dispersed teams, and complex reporting structures. They are also managing shifting employee expectations, increasing demands on managers, and strategic business needs that require them to rethink how they enable workforce performance. In this environment, organizations must adopt more agile, data-driven performance management to meet these changing expectations. This requires real-time insights and continuous feedback, empowering employees and driving business success.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.betterworks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/performance-management-2b.jpg” alt=”Woman working in her office” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”85933a95-f682-4bc3-ade2-eb06226f6b14″ border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#F2F2F2″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”8e4ab547-b2ef-4fb5-bfa4-2d5cfb7d2612″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Organizational success today hinges on aligning workforces with organizational objectives through agile individual and team goal-setting, ensuring that skills are matched to business needs, and enabling a talent pipeline by upskilling employees and providing pathways for internal mobility. Empowering employees to achieve performance and career development goals through meaningful work and in a positive, transparent culture fosters continual growth for both individuals and the business. Modern performance management processes enable this \u2014 and provide consumer-grade experiences that employees expect: easy-to-use tools that integrate seamlessly into their daily workflows, making performance management efficient, valuable, and frictionless.<\/span><\/p>\n Employees seek performance appraisals that promote continuous improvement rather than backward-looking annual or biannual reviews plagued by biases like recency and subjectivity. They want to set meaningful goals that reflect cross-functional collaboration and can be adjusted as needed to align with the evolving needs of the business. They expect to be measured by how well they meet relevant goals, rather than outdated ones.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Yet, according to the Gallup survey, 47% of employees don\u2019t know what is expected of them at work.<\/span>1<\/span> <\/a>Employees want their managers to be relationship-builders and troubleshooters, capable of removing bottlenecks and enabling performance. They desire feedback and coaching to improve their performance continuously.<\/span><\/p>\n Traditional performance management simply can\u2019t meet the expectations of today\u2019s workforce or the realities of organizations’ strategic needs. Holding onto outdated processes is like working with one hand tied behind your back. Fortunately, modern performance management offers a flexible, forward-looking approach designed for organizations committed to innovation, agility, and high performance.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”7a86f1b9-6848-408d-b68f-aa92be05ba80″ custom_margin=”||1rem||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”45a94a74-b207-4ab5-84ab-07c94a611183″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Modern performance management \u2014essentially performance enablement \u2014 is a continuous process in which managers and employees discuss, evaluate, and track performance and professional growth to improve an employee\u2019s experience, performance outcomes, and development, and align them with the organization\u2019s strategic goals to drive better business results. It incorporates coaching from managers, peer feedback, and goal achievement to increase engagement and retention.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.betterworks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/ManagingEmployeePerformance-SEOblog-11-29-2022-Thumbnail.jpg” alt=”Woman working in her office” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”85933a95-f682-4bc3-ade2-eb06226f6b14″ hover_enabled=”0″ border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}” title_text=”ManagingEmployeePerformance-SEOblog-11-29-2022-Thumbnail” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#F2F2F2″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”8e4ab547-b2ef-4fb5-bfa4-2d5cfb7d2612″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Traditional performance management is compliance-driven and backward-looking, focusing on assessing employee performance annually or biannually through standardized ratings. Top-down in nature, its primary purpose is to document performance for decisions around promotions, compensation, and terminations.<\/span><\/p>\n Many organizations are evolving this approach, transforming performance management to incorporate employee voices and emphasize both performance and development.<\/span><\/p>\n Performance enablement\u2014also known as modern performance management\u2014flips the script on traditional performance management, transforming it into a proactive, employee-centered, and forward-looking approach. It enables all employees to set and adjust goals to maintain alignment with their organization\u2019s objectives. Performance enablement also shifts away from hierarchical control, empowering employees to align their own goals with business priorities, and driving creativity, commitment, and full potential.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Managers focus on coaching and enabling rather than just evaluating. Performance enablement becomes the engine for engagement, productivity, and greater satisfaction, often transforming organizational culture.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Resources” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||52px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Explore these resources to enhance your performance management strategies and drive better organizational outcomes. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”64761845-4b3b-4a0b-a159-3b12afe27577″ text_orientation=”right” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”11px||11px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”45a94a74-b207-4ab5-84ab-07c94a611183″ max_width=”800px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The advantages of modern performance management are numerous and broad and include underlying sentiments that affect bigger metrics organizations typically measure, such as retention, engagement, and productivity. These are some of the key benefits of a performance management system:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_class=”bullet-wide” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”400f93f7-1d72-4354-9f9a-7215644c8d78″ max_width=”unset” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Employees enabled by their performance management system report 6%\u201321% higher levels of positive sentiments, such as optimism and resilience, and show significantly reduced stress, burnout, and distraction.2<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”bullet-wide” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”400f93f7-1d72-4354-9f9a-7215644c8d78″ max_width=”unset” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n When employees perceive their performance management as successful, they are twice as likely to trust their managers and four times more likely to trust HR and company leaders.2<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”bullet-wide” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”400f93f7-1d72-4354-9f9a-7215644c8d78″ max_width=”unset” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Modern performance management equips managers with tools to facilitate regular performance and development conversations, strengthening relationships and ensuring unbiased, professional feedback and reviews.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”bullet-wide” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”400f93f7-1d72-4354-9f9a-7215644c8d78″ max_width=”unset” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Agile goal-setting, regular feedback, and fair reviews boost productivity. Alignment with company goals can lead to a 35% increase in efficiency, and those satisfied with performance conversations report 40% higher productivity.\u00b9 Employees who find their reviews fair are 29% more productive than those who perceive bias.<\/span>2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”bullet-wide” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”400f93f7-1d72-4354-9f9a-7215644c8d78″ max_width=”unset” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Modern performance management systems enable HR leaders to make informed, data-driven workforce decisions by collecting qualitative and quantitative data on an ongoing basis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_class=”bullet-wide” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”400f93f7-1d72-4354-9f9a-7215644c8d78″ max_width=”unset” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Those who receive effective performance management are twice as likely to feel they belong and are valued at work.<\/span>2<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”bullet-wide” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”400f93f7-1d72-4354-9f9a-7215644c8d78″ max_width=”unset” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Continuous coaching, feedback, and recognition keep employees motivated and engaged \u2014 and engaged employees are more productive and committed to their roles. Up to 71% of employees who view their performance reviews as fair are engaged, compared to just 57% who don’t share this view.2<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”bullet-wide” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”400f93f7-1d72-4354-9f9a-7215644c8d78″ max_width=”unset” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” admin_label=”Text”]<\/p>\n Engaged employees are more likely to stay, reducing turnover and recruitment costs. Those with positive performance conversations are 1.5 times more likely to enjoy working for their company, while employees with flexible goals are 83% more likely to stay.<\/span>3<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”bullet-wide” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”400f93f7-1d72-4354-9f9a-7215644c8d78″ max_width=”unset” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” admin_label=”Text”]<\/p>\n Performance management helps uncover hidden skills, verify skill achievement, and promote skill mastery as part of an employee\u2019s development plan. HR leaders can identify high-potential employees traditional approaches might otherwise overlook and gain a comprehensive view of workforce capabilities. Employees are three times more likely to receive support for building skills when their companies use a purpose-built performance management system integrated with an HCM system than with an HCM alone.4 <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”bullet-wide” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”400f93f7-1d72-4354-9f9a-7215644c8d78″ max_width=”unset” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” admin_label=”Text”]<\/p>\n A robust performance management system helps organizations adapt to changing needs, allowing employees to align and adjust their goals to meet strategic objectives quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n 2<\/span> 2023 State of Performance Enablement report<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n 3<\/span> 2022 State of Performance Enablement report<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n 4<\/span> 2024 State of Performance Enablement report<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.betterworks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PerformanceManagement-PillarPage-Internal2.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” force_fullwidth=”on” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ title_text=”PerformanceManagement-PillarPage-Internal2″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#F2F2F2″ hover_enabled=”0″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” disabled_on=”on|on|on” disabled=”on” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.betterworks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/performance-management-3b.jpg” alt=”Two people collaborating” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”85933a95-f682-4bc3-ade2-eb06226f6b14″ border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Performance enablement, especially when used alongside an OKR model, provides several benefits to your company. <\/p>\n Performance enablement empowers you to close the loop on people, strategy, and results. With a performance enablement model, employees can look at the strategy and organizational priorities set at the top. From there, employees can collaborate with their supervisors to determine what they need to accomplish to drive the business forward. Being able to set their own objectives, based on the company\u2019s, keeps employees laser-focused on business priorities.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Resources” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f9f9f9″ custom_padding=”||75px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” disabled_on=”off|off|off” sticky_enabled=”0″ da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/p>\n <\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/p>\n <\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n [\/et_pb_code][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/p>\n <\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/p>\n <\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n [\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#F2F2F2″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”8e4ab547-b2ef-4fb5-bfa4-2d5cfb7d2612″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”600px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Performance enablement is all about action and aspiration. Unlike traditional performance management, which passively measures goal completion, performance enablement actively involves employees in their growth. Modern performance management empowers employees to set and align their own goals with their team and company strategies, offering the autonomy they desire. A best practice is for employees to set three to four objectives per quarter, with at least one being aspirational. This approach fuels employees to stretch beyond their comfort zones and strive for their highest potential.<\/span><\/p>\n When employees are given the chance to define their own objectives, their commitment grows. Modern performance management helps employees discover their purpose and reach their potential within the company, leading to greater engagement and investment in their future with the organization.<\/span><\/p>\n By prioritizing growth and potential, modern performance management transforms the workplace into an environment where excellence isn\u2019t just possible\u2014it\u2019s a shared goal.<\/span><\/p>\n Explore these related resources to deepen your understanding:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”8e4ab547-b2ef-4fb5-bfa4-2d5cfb7d2612″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”600px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Traditional performance management typically comprises the following steps:<\/span><\/p>\n Goal setting:<\/b> At the beginning of the performance period, which is typically one year, managers and employees set objectives that align with organizational goals. Individual and team goals are often static. These set-and-forget goals can quickly become outdated as the organization’s needs shift to accommodate dynamic economic, market, and industry changes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Mid-year review:<\/b> Managers conduct a formal review midway through the performance period to assess past employee and team performance and sometimes adjust goals as necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n Annual performance review:<\/b> At the end of the performance period, managers evaluate employee performance against the set goals, often using a rating or ranking system.<\/span><\/p>\n Feedback and documentation:<\/b> Managers provide feedback to employees and document the performance review, which may influence decisions on compensation, promotions, and development plans.<\/span><\/p>\nWhy Performance Management Must Evolve<\/h2>\n
Putting Employees at the Center of Performance Management<\/h2>\n
What is Modern Performance Management?<\/h2>\n
The Differences Between Performance Management and Performance Enablement<\/h2>\n
Latest Performance Management Resources<\/h2>\n
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<\/a>\n 7 Performance Management Rollout Mistakes and How to Avoid Them<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n [\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]
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<\/a>\n Effective Job Performance Reviews: Best Practices and Examples<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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<\/a>\n Unlocking the Power of Performance Management Dashboards<\/h4>\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n [\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section – What Comprises an Effective Performance Management System?” module_class=”sectionEffectivePerformanceManagementSystem” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”7a86f1b9-6848-408d-b68f-aa92be05ba80″ max_width=”600px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||1rem||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Benefits of Modern Performance Management<\/h2>\n
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Boosted Confidence, Focus, and Resilience<\/b>:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Better Manager Support:
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Improved Employee Engagement:<\/h3>\n
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Better Skills Development and Succession Planning<\/b>:<\/h3>\n
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Greater Organizational Agility:<\/h3>\n
Why Does Performance Enablement Matter?<\/h2>\n
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\t<\/a> <\/p>\nThe Ultimate Guide to Managing Employee Performance<\/h4>\n
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\t\t\t\t\t<\/a> <\/p>\nThe Pivotal Role of AI in Performance Management<\/h4>\n
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\t<\/a> <\/p>\nTackling Unconscious Bias in Performance Reviews<\/h4>\n
Performance enablement is active and aspirational<\/h2>\n
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Stages of the traditional performance management cycle <\/h2>\n