> Your performance meets or exceeds requirements. You get to keep your job. The second sentence seems arrogant and unnecessary, especially in the context of a

> Your performance meets or exceeds requirements. You get to keep your job. The second sentence seems arrogant and unnecessary, especially in the context of a meets-or-exceeds review. It seems to say the same thing as "I've decided not to fire you at this moment." What's the benefit to either the manager or employee of bringing up the possibility of the employee being fired in such a circumstance?