Phrase bank organized by trait
The book supplies pre-written appraisal sentences grouped by performance dimension such as quality, initiative and communication. Managers adapt them for individual reviews.
Effective phrases for performance appraisals
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Precise language reduces appraisal ambiguity
Neal's premise is that vague reviews fail employees and managers alike. Specific calibrated wording makes feedback actionable and legally defensible.
Graduated wording by performance level
Phrases are tiered from outstanding down to unsatisfactory. A reviewer matches the language to the rating for consistency across a team.