Performance Management for the Hybrid Workplace? It’s Complicated.

The article discusses the challenges of performance management in a hybrid workplace, where some employees work remotely and others work on-site. One of the challenges highlighted is the need to set clear expectations for employees, as only 6 in 10 workers know what is expected of them. Managers must also focus on actual objectives and outcomes, rather than simply hours worked. Collaboration and teamwork are important, as is making performance development a continuous process rather than an annual event. There are also new challenges related to equity and inclusion, as power differentials can arise in a hybrid work environment. Finally, the article suggests that effective employee development need not be expensive, and that internal opportunities can be used to support career growth.