Which appraisal option should the manager use for the assessment?

Results-based appraisals evaluate the outcomes of an employee's work rather than the behaviors leading to those outcomes. While this method can indicate performance success, it may overlook critical processes and behaviors that contribute to those results, making it less effective for comprehensive assessments that require behavioral insights.

Self-appraisals rely on employees evaluating their own performance, which can introduce bias and subjectivity into the assessment process. This method often lacks the objectivity needed for effective performance evaluations, as employees may overestimate or underestimate their abilities and contributions, leading to inaccurate assessments.

Trait-based appraisals assess inherent characteristics and personal attributes of employees, such as reliability or initiative. However, this approach can be overly subjective and may not accurately reflect an employee's actual performance in their role. It tends to focus on stable characteristics rather than the dynamic behaviors that drive performance.