Performance review time can be stressful (to say the least) — here's how you can make it a little less stressful ️

When I worked a 9-5 job at a professional services firm, we had a very detailed process for our “self-assessment.” And in order to get a high score, and therefore a raise or a bigger bonus, or even a promotion, you had to be able to show exactly how you met all of the expectations of your role in multiple categories and, ideally, how you went above and beyond.

But 12 months is a long time to remember everything you've done. So how do you remember it?

I recommend creating a “professional tracker”: you’ll include every key project or task you’ve completed. Note who you worked with, what your role was, and what impact you had. Then, every time someone gives you feedback (via email, verbally, or instant message), write it down next to the project it relates to.

Then, at the end of the year, take those detailed notes and use them to create the format your manager or company wants to see. I usually also made a quick, detailed presentation to show my manager.

Good luck with your performance reviews this year!

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