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  • Published: 15 September 2013
  • ISBN: 9781607744825
  • Imprint: Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 256
  • RRP: $37.99

3000 Power Words and Phrases for Effective Performance Reviews

Ready-to-Use Language for Successful Employee Evaluations



Performance reviews are one of the best tools managers have to shape company talent and culture, develop strong channels of communication with employees, and create systemic change. In this pithy, user-friendly handbook, author Sandra E. Lamb lays out the best methods and proven tactics to administer productive evaluations that benefit both parties--and the company. Covering hard and soft skills, and including phrases and words targeted to specific industries and jobs, this guide empowers managers to master both written and in-person reviews.

A comprehensive yet accessible handbook for writing and conducting meaningful, effective performance reviews, geared toward managers of all levels, from the author of How to Write It.
 
Performance reviews are one of the best tools managers have to shape company talent and culture, develop strong channels of communication with employees, and create systemic change. In this pithy, user-friendly handbook, author and writing teacher Sandra E. Lamb lays out the best methods and proven tactics to administer productive evaluations that benefit both parties— and the company. Lamb teaches managers how to design scoring systems for employees, prepare for and conduct in-person and written reviews, and use the right key words. Covering both hard and soft skills, this indispensible reference includes lists of powerful words and phrases that clearly describe positive and negative performance. Featuring sections targeted to specific industries and jobs, this guide empowers managers at all levels to master the art of performance reviews that achieve results.

  • Published: 15 September 2013
  • ISBN: 9781607744825
  • Imprint: Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 256
  • RRP: $37.99

About the author

Sandra E. Lamb

Sandra E. Lamb began her career as a technical writer, editor, and ghostwriter in the medical field. In the mid-eighties, she founded an advertising, public relations, and marketing corporation. During this time, she also instructed groups of corporate managers in the principles of effective writing and co-authored the book EQUITY SHARING. Currently, Lamb writes a humor column and is a free-lance writer for national magazines, specializing in women's issues. Her pieces have appeared in such magazines as Family Circle and Woman's Day.

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Praise for 3000 Power Words and Phrases for Effective Performance Reviews

Praise for How to Write It:

  • "To express the principles of etiquette--respect, consideration, and honesty--is to apply sincerity and tact as naturally and spontaneously as possible. How to Write It shows exactly how to do that." --Peggy Post, author of Emily Post's Etiquette