Big time Quote by Daniel H. Pink
“Traditional performance reviews have passed their sell-by date. Big time. There's research showing that roughly two-thirds of performance appraisals have either no effect - or a negative effect! - on employee performance.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, Daniel H. Pink, 2009
Traditional reviews often demotivate employees, producing little or negative impact on performance.
In simple terms: Performance reviews can hurt motivation.
Key Takeaway
Rethink feedback systems.
Themes
motivation
management
feedback
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
advice
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- HR policy redesign
- team meetings
- manager training
- employee coaching
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral economics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can feedback be made constructive?
- What alternatives exist to annual reviews?
A Different Perspective
May not address underlying issues like unclear goals.
