AI Drafts Performance Reviews, But Risks Loom

0:00On this March 2nd in Anchorage, here's what is making headlines. Many managers are turning to artificial intelligence to draft employee performance reviews and save their weekends. A survey of 2,000 human resources professionals shows that 13% of employers already use AI for this, and the real number is. Probably higher since some managers experiment on their own. AI tools can turn out polished drafts in minutes from your notes all year, turning rough ideas into clear feedback with specific next steps. Managers also use AI chatbots to practice tough conversations, checking their tone and responses ahead of time. A Gardner survey reveals that 90% of employees actually think AI generated feedback could be fairer than what managers write by hand. This reflects grown trust and algorithms for objective reviews amid busy worklives. But risks loom large, like AI spitting out generic or flat out wrong details since it lacks real knowledge of your team.

1:00Reviews influence pay, promotions, and even layoffs, so errors could lead to legal headaches or a road trust if employees spot the robotic tone. Experts urge starting with your own factual draft, then using AI just to polish clarity and verify every word for accuracy. Ultimately, your name goes on it, so keep human judgment front and center to protect careers and credibility. The Daily News Now is made possible with support from our sponsor, your pillow, your podcast, your moment, made for listening in bed, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-P-Lo.com.