Performance reviews have historically been a once a year activity which is highly structured, time consuming and often uncomfortable for both parties. The result is that this important business process is avoided or is not performed effectively. Why do people hate performance review meetings? Simple, nobody likes to be put under a microscope to be analysed and judged. Questions such as; On a scale from 1-10 how effective is the employee’s communication? These types of questions can make employees feel uncomfortable and inadequate as a person if graded low, rather than generating what is needed, confidence and improved communication.