The Elephant in the Org

Performance Reviews: Don’t Rate Your People Like A Yelp Review with Kim Minnick

The Fearless PX Season 1 Episode 21

In this thought-provoking episode of "The Elephant in the Org," hosts Marion, Cacha, and Danny engage in a deep dive with Kim Minnick, a seasoned People Ops leader, to unpack the traditional pitfalls of performance reviews. They challenge the status quo, advocating for a shift towards a more empathetic and effective approach to evaluating employee performance. The discussion navigates through the importance of continuous feedback, the integration of company values into the review process, and strategies for aligning compensation with genuine value and contribution.


Kim shares actionable insights from her playbook, "Reviews Suck," aimed at transforming performance reviews from stress-inducing formalities into meaningful, growth-oriented conversations. The episode emphasizes the need for psychological safety in performance discussions, the recognition of individual achievements, and the importance of distinguishing job performance from potential for advancement.


Listeners will come away with a fresh perspective on performance reviews and practical advice for fostering a supportive and motivating workplace culture. For those looking to revamp their performance evaluation processes, this episode is a must-listen.


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Music Credits:
Opening and closing theme by The Toros.


Production Credits:
Produced by The Fearless PX, Edited by Marion Anderson.


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