360-degree feedback is a powerful tool for creating awareness of an individual’s strengths and development areas by measuring performance against a range of key criteria.
Anyone who interacts with colleagues on a regular basis would benefit from gaining insight into the impact of their performance on those around them.
360-degree feedback is often used for managers and leaders to ensure that they get feedback from the perspective of their manager, a group of direct reports and a group of peers. This provides a well rounded view of the individual’s behaviours.
Because it measures behaviours rather than personality traits, 360-degree feedback is an effective tool for improving results for the individual as well as for anyone they work with on a regular basis. This pragmatic approach provides improvements which have an impact on the bottom line for the organisation.
Confidentiality for direct report and peer reviewers is a key benefit of using 360- degree feedback. Knowledge that their feedback is presented anonymously in the final report gives reviewers the confidence to provide honest feedback without concern.
We can offer a range of competencies which allow for an easily tailored 360 to be created for even a small number of candidates. Reports are designed to provide clear insight without information overload.
Re-measuring after 12 or 18 months allows individuals to track their progress over time and in light of development programmes they have undertaken in the interim.
To be most effective a 360-degree feedback report should be incorporated into a development cycle. This can take the form of a workshop programme, a coaching programme, or at a minimum, a one-to-one feedback session. In each case, providing a structured action plan with an agreed review date will help to leverage the full potential of the 360 feedback process.
The cost of a 360 feedback programme should always be measured in relation to the benefits to be gained. Choosing an experienced supplier with a customer-focused attitude who will provide support for you throughout the process is a good investment.