Formally evaluate employee performance and development

Some employers simply do not believe in conducting performance reviews.  It’s understandable.  Oftentimes the process is not only grueling, it is a waste of time for both the employee and the manager.  When it comes time to defend employment decisions or discrimination complaints however, these employers often regret their failure to formally document performance (both […]

Are you avoiding or inconsistently dealing with any employee performance, behavior and conduct issues?

It is fairly common for supervisors to avoid discussions and not documenting unacceptable employee behavior and performance.  These same employees may also have very positive performance reviews in their files. Three of the most important words in employment law are “document, document, and document.”  If you ever doubt this, talk to someone who has been […]