“HR Heretics” | How CPOs, CHROs, Founders, and Boards Build High Performing Companies Calibration Sessions Demystified
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Mar 18, 2025 Dive into the intriguing world of talent calibration sessions, where clarity and transparency are key! Discover how HR can balance facilitation and objective evaluation to ensure fair assessments. The discussion reveals calibration's critical role in unifying team evaluations and enhancing decision-making. Uncover the analogy between fitness and organizational health, emphasizing the importance of clear expectations. Listen in for insights on using tools like the nine-box grid to foster employee development and engagement!
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Pre-Calibration Setup
- Define calibration processes and roles beforehand, including who opines and who makes final decisions.
- This avoids confusion and ensures fairness during the process.
HR's Role in Calibration
- HR should contribute data-driven opinions in calibration sessions but not be the final decision-maker.
- Objectivity is key, and feedback should be based on business-related observations.
Purpose of Calibration
- Calibration sessions serve to establish consistent evaluation standards and reduce bias in performance reviews.
- They also facilitate forward-looking talent planning and discussions.