Preparing to Write Your Self-Review

Write out your list of accomplishments, brainstorm using your calendar, etc for reminders of what took place over the past year
Gather analytics if you can, facts, figures, feedback from others (including Thank You notes)
Write out your list of struggles - important to show you recognize your on the job challenges

Tips for Writing Your Self-Review

Once you have compiled your list of accomplishments, analytics, and your struggles:

Highlight and Prioritize
- Narrow your accomplishments and highlight your best work.
- Include narrative about why you are proud of it, what impact it had, and how it aligned with individual or team goals
Stay Positive
- Use positive language, even when talking about challenges.
- The goal isn't to call attention to "failures" but rather show your willingness to grow.
- Use "I" statements and include steps you've taken to address the challenge.
Look for Growth Opportunities
- Both our successes and our challenges provide these developmental opportunities.
- Performance discussions should be future-oriented and developmental.

Once you've completed your portion of the review, please email the form to your manager as an attachment or as a Google Doc link.