New Frontiers in Performance Management Research: A Synthesis and Future Agenda

Performance management (PM) is a topic that evokes strong opinions and emotions, among employees, managers, and scholars, and this book is a comprehensive guide to understanding and improving PM systems in organizations. The book brings together the latest research and practical insights from experts in the field, offering evidence-based strategies for managers and organizations, as well as a future research agenda for scholars in this area. It covers key themes such as the strategic purpose of PM and the multiple roles of managers, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive future research in this area.

Deidra J. Schleicher studies talent management in organizations, including performance management and feedback, leader development and high potentials, and employee engagement and other job attitudes. She has taught thousands of students, managers, and executives at six different universities in multiple countries and from multiple Fortune 500 companies, and she is an award-winning teacher. She is a Fellow of SIOP and APS, served as Chair of the HR Division of the Academy of Management, and is currently Senior Editor at the Journal of Management.

Heidi M. Baumann is Associate Professor of Management in the College of Business at Illinois State University. Dr. Baumann's research focuses on two primary areas: (1) performance management and employee development and (2) employees' work-life interface. Her teaching covers topics such as human resource management, performance management, leadership, and managing the work-life interface, and she has experience teaching in undergraduate, MBA, and executive programs.