Easing the stress of performance reviews — for everyone

Both HR execs and employees fear performance reviews, but there’s a way to diffuse the trepidation. HR consultant and blogger Ron Thomas has advice on the StrategyFocusedHR blog. He suggests that you view the annual assessment as a “Career Review Process.”  The switch in emphasis allows employees to approach reviews from an accomplishments perspective, one closely tied to career goals. A fresh look a