As a project manager for a large construction company, Shaun decided to make the performance appraisal process as painless as possible for his crew. He spent a considerable amount of time creating performance standards he felt were reasonable, and after six months' time, he scheduled individual appointments with each worker to discuss strengths and weaknesses and areas that needed improvement according to the standards he privately set. Some employees were sent to vestibule training, and one even got a promotion with additional compensation. What did he fail to do correctly?
A) Provide a pleasant environment for the appraisal such as a restaurant setting.
B) Dismiss at least 10% of the work crew.
C) Copy the HR department on all the results, within 24 hours of each appraisal.
D) Communicate the performance standards to the employees so they know what is expected.

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The first step in the performance appraisal process is to establish the performance standards. As a manager, you will use these standards to evaluate employee performance. The second step in the performance appraisal process is to communicate those standards with the employees you will be evaluating.

As a Project Manager for a Large Construction Company, Shaun