ISSN:
0268-3946
Source:
Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
Topics:
Psychology
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Economics
Notes:
Argues that the conventional validation paradigm, which usessubjective performance or appraisal ratings as criteria, may be ofdoubtful validity. Discusses research into performance appraisal whichdocuments four sets of problems which may reduce the usefulness ofperformance ratings as criteria. These problems include biases,politicking, impression management and undeserved reputation. Describesthe inaccuracies to which these problems give rise and concludes thatinstead of selecting the right people for management, selection methodsvalidated against appraisal will simply perpetuate an unsatisfactorystatus quo.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02683949510088728