Performance Appraisal Snafu

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Group Case Study – “A Performance Appraisal Snafu” Outline Introduction Peer Appraisals – Advantages Peer Appraisals – Disadvantages What are the issues in this case? Could problems have been avoided? What can be done to resolve problem? Conclusion Mr. Singh is a U.S. citizen from India working as a Research Economist in the city of Newport, Oregon. In the case study, “A Performance Appraisal Snafu”, Mr. Singh was subjected to a poorly handled performance evaluation that resulted in a disastrous outcome. Prior to his evaluation, Mr. Singh was perceived by his supervisors to be an above average performer. However, due to the mishandled performance evaluation, he lost all motivation and was simply “punching the clock” everyday. In the following paragraphs, it is the intent of H.A.S. Group to analyze this case study and attempt to uncover the issues, resolve the problem with Mr. Singh, and ultimately, examine ways in which the problem could have been avoided. Since the peer appraisal process was the method utilized, we will first explore the general advantages and disadvantages of peer appraisals. If the process of performance appraisals is formal and properly structured, it helps employees clearly understand their roles and responsibilities, as well as gives direction to the individual’s performance. It helps to align the individual performances with the organizational goals and also assesses their performance. Specifically, peer appraisals can provide the most accurate and valid input about a fellow coworker. Co-workers often know more about their peers' strengths and weaknesses than supervisors do, and letting employees assess one another is a great way for management to share in that knowledge. In addition, they provide a forum for employees to address issues that they might otherwise feel uncomfortable addressing. They give each employee a
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