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February 3, 2016

Helpful Hints for Your Annual Review

Many employees don’t look forward to their annual performance reviews. Even if you’re fortunate enough to have regular conversations with your boss about your performance, having a formal review can still create anxiety.

Here are some ideas to help you prepare for and then ace your next performance review.

Prior to your yearly review:

  • Take time for a self-assessment.
    • Review last year’s performance review.
    • Think about the areas in which you’ve grown in the past year.
    • Review the goals that were set at your last performance review and think about how you’ve managed them.
  • Keep track of your accomplishments.
    • Keep a running list (or email file) of your accomplishments from the past year. If you don’t already have one started, try reviewing your calendar or project lists to spur your memory.
    • Be sure your accomplishments list includes details such as dates, figures, work samples, etc.
    • Consider breaking down the accomplishments into categories like member interactions, problem solving, continuing education, team projects, etc.
  • Think about your weaknesses.
    • Recognize that even great employees can improve their performance.
    • Consider how you can improve your work and the specific ways you plan to do this.

During your yearly review:

  • Have a positive attitude and be confident.
  • Initiate topics for conversation, but be sure to listen carefully and take notes.
  • Have an open mind.
  • Discuss with your boss the ways you can improve your performance and meet your goals for the coming year.

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Carly Turk
Senior Coordinator, Institute for Organization Management
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Carly Turk is senior coordinator for Institute for Organization Management, a four-year educational program on nonprofit management of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Carly received her BBA in Business Management with a minor in Political Science from James Madison University. Carly previously served as a field representative, staff assistant, and legislative correspondent in the office of U.S. Congressman Mike Kelly (PA-03).

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