PDF: Keeping Bias Out of Performance Reviews

Do you realize you bring your own biases to the table most every day? When writing someone’s performance review, this might cause problems.

Performance reviews are supposed to be an objective look back on an entire year of an employee’s performance. Yet, unconsciously managers may be bringing some level of bias into both the write-up and the conversation.

I’ve captured a few tips to help you prepare with more objectivity and double-check where your bias might be influencing how you report on performance.

Grab the tips below.

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About The Author

For the past two decades, Cecilia Gorman has helped advertising agencies and other creatively-minded companies fix costly communication and productivity issues by teaching managers how to become better connectors, motivators, and leaders.

Cecilia is the author of Always Believe In Better, creator of the digital learning course for managers—Manager Boot Camp, and co-founder of the global training and support community for working women—Empowership.

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