Performance Appraisal

/pərˈfɔːrməns əˈpreɪzl/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A systematic evaluation of an employee's job performance and productivity, often used to inform promotions, compensations, and terminations within legal employment frameworks.
    The company conducted a performance appraisal to determine salary adjustments.

Forms

  • performance appraisal
  • performance appraisals

Commentary

Performance appraisals should be documented carefully to ensure legal compliance with employment and labor laws, especially regarding discrimination and wrongful termination claims.

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