It does not matter how hard you try or perform.
Once you are #Painted# as a 3 you will forever be a 3.
Since there can only be so many 1 or 2 ratings that means someone needs to be placed as a 3 or lower.
Generally that person could be a good performer but not well liked by management.
Does this sound familiar??
Start playing golf with the Boss now and suck ass like there is no tomorrow.
Cheers.