Performance Appraisal

It was tempting to give, a below average rating,

I'm not satisfied, my criticism's are scathing.

You can do so more, if you get organized a bit, 

Maybe a harsh message, will make you show grit. 

It was better to give, an above average rating, 

High expectations motivate- performance wont be gating.

You will stretch out more, use your strengths to the hilt, 

And by rewarding for potential, I wont feel guilt. 

It was convenient to give, an average rating, 

One could delay the raise, for the promotion keep you waiting. 

Little need to justify, the lackluster performance,

Some pressure to fit you, to the bell jar conformance.

I'd rather give timely feedback, than a rating that sticks,

And a generous (p)raise, that gives you in-the-pants kicks.