Assessing Performance and Potential Using 360 Degree Feedback Surveys

Organizations from all sectors – public, private and not-for-profit face increasing pressure from shareholders and other key stakeholders to demonstrate greater transparency, efficiency and financial accountability. This has given rise to a demand for objective and rigorous measurement of individual, team and organizational performance.


For years, 360 Degree Feedback Surveys have been used successfully, across organizations to provide a reliable assessment of employee performance as part of an annual review. It is now gaining popularity as an effective measure of potential talent for development purposes.


W
hile many companies enthusiastically endorse 360 Degree Feedback Surveys as the survey of choice for assessing talent, some companies are reluctant to use this valuable tool. This stems from a lack of experience and knowledge of how to effectively design and execute a 360 Degree survey to ensure a positive, stress-free experience for all parties involved. Also, prior experience as a participant in a poorly executed 360 survey may also have contributed to management’s reluctance to deploy this assessment.


In this presentation I will outline the best practices for implementing stress-free 360 Degree Surveys, When a 360 Degree survey is carried out in a professional, systematic manner from start to finish, it yields valuable insight for the individuals being rated and a significant return on investment for the organization. With the introduction of user-friendly web-based survey technology, 360 Degree Surveys have become easier than ever to implement!


Participants will learn:

  • The key benefits of using 360 Degree Feedback Surveys.
  • How 360 Degree Feedback Surveys compare to other assessments.
  • Top 7 reasons why 360 Degree Feedback Surveys get a bad rap.
  • The most common applications for 360 Degree Feedback Surveys.
  • Key characteristics of effective 360 Degree Feedback Surveys.
  • How to gain support from senior management for this initiative.
  • How to generate enthusiasm and a high level of rater participation.
  • When to outsource all or part of a 360 Degree Feedback Survey implementation.


The presentation will incorporate power point presentation, audience participation via facilitated discussion of key points and mini exercises using examples of best/worst practices to test for knowledge.

 

This presentation will be of interest to Managers at all levels; professionals in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Talent Management, Training and Development; CEO’s of organizations that are experiencing a culture change and external Consultants and Coaches.


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