Real-time feedback changes the nature of ongoing coaching and makes the dreaded performance appraisal easier and more meaningful. As we approach the middle of the year, it is time to do a check on how well you have been coaching your direct reports thus far. How many meaningful conversations or coaching sessions have you had with your team members over the last few months? Are you satisfied with their performance?

Business these days is set to drive, forward, full-speed ahead. However, this is only one reason why Human Resources has such a difficult time getting managers to focus on the Year End Performance Appraisal Process every Fall season. While everyone understands the importance of reviewing performance at year-end, it seems so difficult to make time for this with our constant forward-focused vision and “stay ahead of what’s around the bend” attitude.