Performance Objectives and the Individual Plan

Performance objectives establish how your company's goals will be achieved. Performance objectives also play a major role in defining the end results expected through your team member's hard work and dedication.

Performance objectives are a necessity in setting clear goals for team members. They also challenge team members to achieve maximum results to promote business growth and make continuous improvements to meet the challenges and changing demands of the marketplace.

Performance objectives must be clear and guide action.

BOTTOMLINE: You've heard of the SMART acronym before, make sure it's part of each team members' Individual Plan for accomplishing organizational goals.

S=Specific
M=Measurable
A=Accountable
R=Realistic
T=Time-based