The method of performance management has shifted multiple times, as outlined by the timeline in this article dating back to World War 1. There are two methods focus on either Accountability or Development based on the current needs of the culture. Accountability suggests people are static, and to reward the strong and eliminate the weak. Development, which current culture is shifting towards once again, believes people are malleable and can achieve with motivation. While many are shifting to Development, which entails frequent conversations and future focus, there are some concerns: how can we align individual and company goals? How can we document these conversations? Both of these concerns can be resolved with Aligned Momentum.
