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â€Å"Performance appraisal can be defined as a general heading for a variety of activities through which organizations seek to assess employees and develop their competence, enhance performance and distribute rewards† (Van De Mieroop Vrolix, 2014, p. 159). In the article â€Å"A Discourse Analytical Perspective on the Professionalization of the Performance Appraisal Interview,† Van De Mieroop and Vrolix discuss performance appraisal interviews as interactions between managers and their employees that can resemble a therapy or counseling session (Van De Mieroop Vrolix, 2014, p. 160). There are two stakeholders in this appraisal form, the employee and the manager. Bob was given the form to complete the employee comments, and then Al filled in the supervisor comments. The form has done a good job of defining Bob’s competencies as an employee. The form touches on knowledge/know-how, communication skills, work results, work style, service orientation, additional performance attributes, and gives an overall success rating. By defining Bob’s skills, abilities, experiences, and performance levels, Al can connect B It is clear a personal development plan is lacking in this situation. The personal development plan identifies strengths and areas for improvement. It is meant to help an employee learn and grow. It also helps identify people with designated potential that might benefit from additional leadership training. A development plan enriches an employee’s work experience. ByShow MoreRelatedHow to Motivate Fred1784 Words   |  8 PagesJim Reed was hired. The factors that inhibit Jim Reed from motivated Fred Maiorino are lack of leadership, lack of goals, and lack of an effective employee performance review. Leadership Jim Reed fails to motivate Fred because of the unsuccessful role as leader. A successful leader has the ability to manage and supervise the performances of their employees. (Kacmar, Carlson, Harris 2013). These authors describe several leadership styles but the most effective in motivating employees is transformationalRead MoreOrganisational Theory230255 Words   |  922 Pages. Organization Theory Challenges and Perspectives John McAuley, Joanne Duberley and Phil Johnson . This book is, to my knowledge, the most comprehensive and reliable guide to organisational theory currently available. What is needed is a text that will give a good idea of the breadth and complexity of this important subject, and this is precisely what McAuley, Duberley and Johnson have provided. They have done some sterling service in bringing together the very diverse strands of work