Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Esther Choy covers leadership with a focus on business storytelling. No one loves annual performance reviews. While they are ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark C. Perna is a generational expert who covers education & careers. Have you ever walked into a performance review with a sense ...

Performance reviews feel like a daunting task for managers and employees alike. Yet, they hold immense potential to foster growth and enhance workplace dynamics. So what’s the secret? The key lies in ...

Consistency is critical, even when problems at work are extreme. Managers dread giving performance reviews and often don’t like to handle issues about employee behavior. Employees dread getting ...

Performance reviews are a cornerstone of effective team management, offering an opportunity to provide constructive feedback, recognize achievements, and establish goals for the future. Well-crafted ...

This article was originally published on June 4, 2025 on Law360 and is republished here with permission. This article is part of a monthly column that connects popular culture to hot-button labor and ...

Cincinnati City Manager Sheryl Long at a news conference in October 2025. Cincinnati City Manager Sheryl Long’s performance review is delayed until January. It’s been two years since City Council ...

In a 3-2 vote in February, the City Commission chose Richard Chess as its next city manager. Chess was due a 5% raise after six months if he received a satisfactory performance review. At the ...