How To Conduct Performance Reviews Remotely
Working from home due to COVID-19 is still a norm for many workers. However, when it is time for employers to conduct performance reviews, working from home may create several challenges for managers. In the HR Dive article, Development from A Distance: How to Conduct Performance Reviews Remotely, Pamela DeLoatch shares a few thoughtful HR tips that can help organizations and employers improve performance reviews. Here are 4 tips for managers to make remote reviews work:
Practice - Schedule a recurring brainstorming session to discuss individual goals, and to also build employer to employee relationship.
Ask for Feedback- When evaluating employee performances with the lack of metrics, seek feedback from other co-workers that work with a specific employee.
Communicate- Communication is always key. While working remotely, it is harder to follow up with employees on tasks or projects. It is crucial to communicate with intention in order to make sure team members are on the same page with goals and priorities.
Be Flexible- During the pandemic, some employees may struggle with unusual situations at home and at work. It is important for managers to communicate with employees by being flexible and adjusting specific goals and metrics that will give time for employees to adapt and refocus.
A key takeaway from this article is communication. Continuously providing employees with “timely and specific feedback” will help to identify problems before they become difficult to overcome. Reach out to JLM HR Consulting and visit our website, or give us a call at 240-408-5071 for customized solutions on how remote performance reviews can work for your organization.