As I prepare for mid-year performance reviews I often think back to my time in the Army. The best units I was in were the ones where counseling was done monthly, quarterly, and are finished off with a yearly evaluation. This type of feedback allows for constant feedback. I have been in places that counseling was just glossed over to get it done. This does a disservice to anyone looking to better themselves. Honest and open communication helps to strengthen an employee. While mid-year and end of year performance evaluations are important a leader should not wait until this time to reinforce the good while counseling to avoid bad work habits.