Performance Appraisals and Phrases For Dummies

by Lloyd, Ken

• ISBN13: 9780470498729
• ISBN10: 0470498722
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-09-08
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

The tools you need to enrich the performance-appraisal experience as you streamline the processWhether you're a manger looking to implement employee appraisals for the first time, concerned with improving the quality and effectiveness of the appraisal process, or simply trying to save time and mental anguish Performance Appraisals & Phrases For Dummies provides the tools you need to save time and energy while presenting fair and accurate evaluations that foster employee growth.This convenient, portable package includes a full-length appraisal phrasebook featuring over 3,200 spot-on phrases and plenty of quick-hitting expert tips on making the most out of the process. You'll also receive online access to writable, customizable sample evaluation forms other timesaving resources. Includes more than 3,200 phrases for clear, and helpful evaluations Helps make evaluations faster, more effective, and far less stressful Offers far more advice and coaching than other performance appraisal books Serves as an ideal guide for managers new to the appraisal processWith expert advice from Ken Lloyd, a nationally recognized consultant and author, Performance Appraisals and Phrases For Dummies makes the entire process easier, faster, and more productive for you and your employees.

Author Biography

Ken Lloyd, PhD, is a nationally recognized consultant, author, and columnist who specializes in organizational behavior, communication, and management coaching and development.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Part I: When It’s Time to Appraise Your Employees.

Chapter 1: Building Success with Performance Appraisals.

Chapter 2: What Performance Appraisals Do for You and Your Team.

Chapter 3: The Types of Performance Appraisals.

Part II: Working Your Way through the Process.

Chapter 4: Getting Started.

Chapter 5: Gathering and Analyzing the Data.

Chapter 6: Running a Productive Appraisal Session.

Chapter 7: Avoiding the Most Common Mistakes.

Chapter 8: Following Up.

Part III: Phrases and Expressions That Work.

Chapter 9: The Best Phrases for Quality and Quantity of Work.

Chapter 10: The Best Phrases for Communication and Interpersonal Skills.

Chapter 11: The Best Phrases for Planning, Administration, and Organization.

Chapter 12: The Best Phrases for Leadership.

Chapter 13: The Best Phrases for Job Knowledge and Expertise.

Chapter 14: The Best Phrases for Attitude.

Chapter 15: The Best Phrases for Ethics.

Chapter 16: The Best Phrases for Creative Thinking.

Chapter 17: The Best Phrases for Self-Development and Growth.

Part IV: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 18: The Top Ten Words to Include in a Performance Appraisal.

Chapter 19: The Top Ten Behaviors Meriting Special Recognition.

Index.