Let’s talk about the Misuse and Misinterpretation of KPI Metrics With the landscape of performance management evolving at a fast pace, KPIs and dashboards serve as all too essential tools, providing real-time insights that guide strategic decision-making. Setting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) is a common strategy for measuring and driving organizational performance. However, the practice of setting unrealistic KPI targets can lead to a host of problems, impacting not just individual and team morale but also the overall health of an organization. Setting Unrealistic Targets Employee burnout is a serious possibility due to the enormous pressure that unrealistic KPIs put on them. The constant pressure to meet unreachable goals diminishes job satisfaction and can increase turnover rates. Employees may feel undervalued and overwhelmed, leading to a decline in productivity and mental health issues. This not only affects individual employees but can also ripple through the te...