HBR Guides to Performance Management Collection (4 Books) (HBR Guide Series)

Introduction

Performance Management for a New Age of Work

As a manager, you’re responsible for the output and productivity of your team. But what steps should you take to track performance, communicate effectively with your direct reports, and encourage individual growth?

Performance management is an interconnected set of tools used to measure and improve the effectiveness of people in the workplace. High-performing organizations use performance management to achieve three goals: to develop individuals’ skills and capabilities, to reward all employees equitably, and to drive overall organizational performance. As a manager, you can customize your performance management process to help your team and employees deliver strong results for the organization ...