Evaluation of 360 degree feedback ratings: relationships with each other and with performance and selection predictors

Feedback from 360 degree ratings based on competency principles and used fo r developmental purposes was investigated for interrelationships among the ratings and for its relationships with performance and selection data, Rela tionships among: (1) feedback ratings from supervisors, peers, and self; (2 ) feedback ratings and selection test data; and (3) feedback ratings and pe rformance appraisals on about 2000 employees of a Midwestern insurance comp any were examined. The 360 ratings by peers and managers were related to pe rformance appraisals. All significant correlations of manager and peer rati ng with selection tests were positive, but significant correlations of 360 degree self-ratings with selection tests were negative, Copyright (C) 2001 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.