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www.businessballs.com/performanceappraisals.htm
So you're a small employer wanting to do the right thing by your staff and ensure effort and effectiveness is rewarded, but have no idea how to conduct a performance appraisal? You could start by visiting this page.
UK-based, its references to employment law don't necessarily apply in New Zealand, but most of the general principles do. Most importantly, it gives practical advice on how to conduct an employment appraisal.
There's a basic form, available in PDF and MS Word formats. It includes sections for the person being appraised and the person doing the appraisal. As you would expect, it covers everything from skills and responsibilities, job likes and dislikes, to achievements and goals.
It also includes useful guidance, pointing out that training and experiences for the next year shouldn't be restricted to formal skills training, that businesses benefit from well-rounded employees, so this could include personal development or informal training.
Other resources include training needs analysis tools in Excel and PDF format for general, commercial and management roles; a 360-degree appraisal template; a delegation review sheet; information on personality theory and models and leadership tips; and even a learning styles test to find out how you best learn.
There's guidance on how to use all the assorted forms and tests.
The author says: "Managing people and relationships are sensitive activities; the free material and advice available via this website do not provide all necessary safeguards and checks."
But they are a good place to start.
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