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Performance Management is Killing Performance…Here’s the Fix

Ditch outdated annual reviews and implement a continuous feedback system that actually empowers your team, builds trust, and drives measurable business results.

Created byKyle Patrick Smith
BeginnerUpdated May 20, 2026

What You'll Learn

  • check_circleUnderstand why traditional performance management often backfires
  • check_circleIdentify common mistakes that reduce motivation and trust
  • check_circleLearn how frequent coaching outperforms annual reviews
  • check_circleBuild a modern framework for goals, accountability, and development
  • check_circleImprove manager confidence in giving feedback and recognition

About This Course

Traditional performance management systems often create fear, confusion, disengagement, and wasted time rather than better results. Annual reviews, vague goals, inconsistent feedback, and forced ratings can damage morale and lower productivity. This session explores why many systems fail and how organizations can replace outdated approaches with practical strategies that actually improve performance, accountability, and employee growth.

Key Topics Discussed:

  • The failure of traditional annual performance reviews
  • Statistical impact of existing performance management systems on employee motivation (Gallup data)
  • Managerial dissatisfaction and aversion to the execution of traditional reviews
  • The "backward-looking" nature of performance assessments
  • Recency bias and inconsistency in tracking year-long employee performance
  • The disconnect between delayed workplace feedback and real-time athletic/performance coaching

Course Content

1 activity • 1 videos • duration: 1h

  • videocamPerformance Management is Killing Performance…Here’s the Fix
    Duration 60:25

Your Instructor

Kyle Patrick Smith

Founder & CEO

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Kyle Patrick Smith is a dynamic HR leader, sought-after speaker, and seasoned consultant with over 25 years of experience. As the founder of HRKyle, he provides expert consulting services in HR and leadership, specializing in leadership development, talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational success. Kyle also offers career and executive coaching, helping professionals at all levels achieve their goals. His engaging presentations deliver actionable insights tailored to each audience. With an academic background that includes an MBA in Human Resources, a Bachelor’s in Psychology, and an Associate’s in Business Management, along with additional education in Counseling, Performance Psychology, and Organizational Dynamics, Kyle brings a wealth of knowledge to his work. He is the author of “Recruiting is Easy” and “Get the Job You Love” and hosts the HRKyle Podcast, which is heard each week on most major podcast platforms.

Credit Information

Professional development requirements vary by profession, country, and regulatory body. Before enrolling, review the course details and confirm that the content, learning format, and any listed credits meet your specific requirements. You are responsible for confirming eligibility with your regulator or professional association and keeping the records required for reporting.

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