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Inform youremployees ofyour drop file.

Invite them to review the contents periodically (this will minimize the shock factor at the time of the appraisal). Pay attention to your employees’ reaction as they review their files, should they choose to do so. It might be necessary to coach your employees about how to effectively respond to feedback as a result of this action.

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