Appraisal Blues !!!!!
Appraisal Blues !!!!!
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Karan Malhotra, a marketing executive with an MNC, was nervous. He did not know what to do. He spoke with his friend. His friend tried hard but still could not cool him down. Major emergency? No, Karan had been invited by his boss for an annual appraisal discussion the next day. This being his first discussion, he did not know what to do. The fear of a first timer had gripped him very firmly.
For Taruna Marwah, a manager with an online dotcom organization, this came as an opportunity she had been yawing for. Throughout her office cab journey back home, she kept structuring her thoughts. She immediately picked up her organizer on reaching home to scan through all the good work she had done during the last year. She jotted down all the points she thought she would take up during the meeting the next day when her appraisal discussion would begin. More than her past experience, she was looking forward to the opportunities and support she could extract from her boss that would help consolidate her career during the times to come. She has been a good performer but now just wanted to become a star performer. With excitement and expectancy, she said goodnight to her mom and dad.
Appraisal Time
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- To some it is a nightmare and to others it is a much-awaited opportunity. How do you react? Does it cause you to feel apprehensive and nervous, or do you perceive it to be a good and positive event- an opportunity to learn about yourself so you can grow and develop?
An appraisal review can be a very positive experience depending upon the attitude and mind-set you bring to it. Some bosses are more skilled in writing and delivering appraisals than others, but then there are several things you can do to help make it a good experience.
The Purpose Of A Performance Appraisal Review -
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The first thing to do is to realize the importance and purpose of a performance appraisal review. A good performance appraisal review will not only provide a record of your past performance but also give you an insight into your strengths and unravel weak areas you need to improve. In addition, it will provide you with a plan for optimizing your capabilities.
Preparing For An Appraisal Review -
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Prior to an annual appraisal review, it is imperative to prepare yourself both mentally and emotionally by doing the following:
1. Remind yourself of the purpose of the review so you can go in with the right attitude.
2. Highlight your performance over the past year and what you perceive to be your strengths and weaknesses.
3. Pen down your achievements, plans and goals for the next year, and even areas you feel you need to work on or improvise.
4. Reaffirm your own self review and remind yourself that any criticism you may receive is one man's perception about you which may or may not be true.
5. Take a good night's sleep the evening before so you will be alert and attentive.
During the Meeting
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Here are few things you can do during your meeting with the Boss:
1. Understand Its Importance -
Make sure you understand the significance of your appraisal review. For instance, your boss should review your job description with you and go over any goals and any change in objectives which the two of you agreed upon at inception or at your last appraisal discussion.
2. Look into your boss's eye -
Sit up straight in the chair and look into your boss's eye. Your body language should convey openness, confidence and alertness.
3. Listen carefully without interrupting -
Be open, flexible and willing to admit your short comings. Remember you don't have to be perfect. Try to see things from your boss's perspective. Being able to look at and accept your weaknesses is a sign of maturity and strength.
4. Ask for Explanations -
If you don't understand or agree how your boss arrived at a particular judgement, ask for further explanation. Ask questions with a motive of achieving a common understanding and a summary of your performance.
5. Respond Objectively -
If you disagree over some point, try to respond as objectively as possible. Speak based on facts about your performance and the results that you have achieved.
6.Clear Understanding -
Before the appraisal is over, make sure that you have a clear understanding of areas you need to improve on and how you are going to do it. Discuss the possibilities with your Boss.
7.End Positively -
Finish on a positive note as an appraisal discussion is an opportunity for you and your boss to understand each other better and strengthen your relationship.
After the appraisal meeting is over, if you don't agree with the discussion, pen down your thoughts and attach them to the appraisal form. Your human resources department probably has a procedure if you disagree with your appraisal. Ask them about it. Last but not the least, remember that you and your boss are a part of the same team working towards the same goals. Eventually, bosses want their employees to succeed and do well because when you are successful, they have done the job they were supposed to do. So give your Boss an opportunity to rate you. Trust us, you won't regret it.
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Karan Malhotra, a marketing executive with an MNC, was nervous. He did not know what to do. He spoke with his friend. His friend tried hard but still could not cool him down. Major emergency? No, Karan had been invited by his boss for an annual appraisal discussion the next day. This being his first discussion, he did not know what to do. The fear of a first timer had gripped him very firmly.
For Taruna Marwah, a manager with an online dotcom organization, this came as an opportunity she had been yawing for. Throughout her office cab journey back home, she kept structuring her thoughts. She immediately picked up her organizer on reaching home to scan through all the good work she had done during the last year. She jotted down all the points she thought she would take up during the meeting the next day when her appraisal discussion would begin. More than her past experience, she was looking forward to the opportunities and support she could extract from her boss that would help consolidate her career during the times to come. She has been a good performer but now just wanted to become a star performer. With excitement and expectancy, she said goodnight to her mom and dad.
Appraisal Time
-----------------
- To some it is a nightmare and to others it is a much-awaited opportunity. How do you react? Does it cause you to feel apprehensive and nervous, or do you perceive it to be a good and positive event- an opportunity to learn about yourself so you can grow and develop?
An appraisal review can be a very positive experience depending upon the attitude and mind-set you bring to it. Some bosses are more skilled in writing and delivering appraisals than others, but then there are several things you can do to help make it a good experience.
The Purpose Of A Performance Appraisal Review -
---------------------------------------------------
The first thing to do is to realize the importance and purpose of a performance appraisal review. A good performance appraisal review will not only provide a record of your past performance but also give you an insight into your strengths and unravel weak areas you need to improve. In addition, it will provide you with a plan for optimizing your capabilities.
Preparing For An Appraisal Review -
-------------------------------------
Prior to an annual appraisal review, it is imperative to prepare yourself both mentally and emotionally by doing the following:
1. Remind yourself of the purpose of the review so you can go in with the right attitude.
2. Highlight your performance over the past year and what you perceive to be your strengths and weaknesses.
3. Pen down your achievements, plans and goals for the next year, and even areas you feel you need to work on or improvise.
4. Reaffirm your own self review and remind yourself that any criticism you may receive is one man's perception about you which may or may not be true.
5. Take a good night's sleep the evening before so you will be alert and attentive.
During the Meeting
------------------- -
Here are few things you can do during your meeting with the Boss:
1. Understand Its Importance -
Make sure you understand the significance of your appraisal review. For instance, your boss should review your job description with you and go over any goals and any change in objectives which the two of you agreed upon at inception or at your last appraisal discussion.
2. Look into your boss's eye -
Sit up straight in the chair and look into your boss's eye. Your body language should convey openness, confidence and alertness.
3. Listen carefully without interrupting -
Be open, flexible and willing to admit your short comings. Remember you don't have to be perfect. Try to see things from your boss's perspective. Being able to look at and accept your weaknesses is a sign of maturity and strength.
4. Ask for Explanations -
If you don't understand or agree how your boss arrived at a particular judgement, ask for further explanation. Ask questions with a motive of achieving a common understanding and a summary of your performance.
5. Respond Objectively -
If you disagree over some point, try to respond as objectively as possible. Speak based on facts about your performance and the results that you have achieved.
6.Clear Understanding -
Before the appraisal is over, make sure that you have a clear understanding of areas you need to improve on and how you are going to do it. Discuss the possibilities with your Boss.
7.End Positively -
Finish on a positive note as an appraisal discussion is an opportunity for you and your boss to understand each other better and strengthen your relationship.
After the appraisal meeting is over, if you don't agree with the discussion, pen down your thoughts and attach them to the appraisal form. Your human resources department probably has a procedure if you disagree with your appraisal. Ask them about it. Last but not the least, remember that you and your boss are a part of the same team working towards the same goals. Eventually, bosses want their employees to succeed and do well because when you are successful, they have done the job they were supposed to do. So give your Boss an opportunity to rate you. Trust us, you won't regret it.
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