360 degree feedback

 

The Handbook of Strategic 360 Feedback is a book edited by Allan Church and Michael van Velsor that provides a comprehensive overview of 360-degree feedback. The book is divided into four parts:

• Part I: The Foundations of Strategic 360 Feedback
• Part II: Designing and Implementing Strategic 360 Feedback
• Part III: Using Strategic 360 Feedback for Development and Decision Making
• Part IV: Critical Issues in Strategic 360 Feedback

In Part I, the authors discuss the history of 360-degree feedback, the different types of 360-degree feedback, and the benefits and challenges of using 360-degree feedback.

In Part II, the authors discuss how to design and implement a strategic 360-degree feedback program. They discuss how to select the right raters, how to develop the feedback instruments, and how to collect and analyze the feedback data.

In Part III, the authors discuss how to use 360-degree feedback for development and decision making. They discuss how to help individuals use feedback to improve their performance, how to use feedback to make decisions about promotions and compensation, and how to use feedback to improve organizational performance.

In Part IV, the authors discuss critical issues in strategic 360-degree feedback, such as confidentiality, fairness, and the use of technology.

Some of the key highlights of the book include:

• The importance of aligning 360-degree feedback with the organization's strategic goals.
• The need to use a variety of raters to get a comprehensive view of the individual's performance.
• The importance of providing feedback in a constructive and supportive way.
• The need to follow up on the feedback to ensure that it is used to improve performance.

The Handbook of Strategic 360 Feedback is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in using 360-degree feedback. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the topic, and it includes a number of practical techniques that can be used to design, implement, and use 360-degree feedback programs effectively.

Here are some additional thoughts on the book:

• The book does a good job of explaining the different aspects of 360-degree feedback.
• The real-world examples and stories from organizations that have used 360-degree feedback are helpful and inspiring.
• The chapter on critical issues in strategic 360-degree feedback is particularly valuable.

Overall, I found The Handbook of Strategic 360 Feedback to be a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in using 360-degree feedback. I would highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in improving the performance of individuals and organizations.