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Pay for Performance (PFP)
Discrimination can occur in a pay-for-performance plan if women's performance is viewed differently than men's performance. Studies on the effect of gender on performance ratings have varied widely in their results. Some show no effect, some a positive effect for men, and some a positive effect for women. The one thing that seems to account for these variations in results is the amount of information.
People rely on stereotypes when they do not have clear and objective information on which to make a judgment.
Performance appraisal must also be designed to focus on behaviors and competencies that are important in both male and female jobs.
Memory Jogger
The biggest cause of gender differentials in pay-for-performance is:
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