The Traveling Introvert

Strategic Preparation for Annual Reviews


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Opportunity for Introverts to Shine

  • Importance of 1-on-1 meetings and performance reviews
  • Highlighting work done within the organization

Being Strategic About Performance Reviews

  • Proactive documentation of work
  • Identifying and emphasizing key achievements

Effective Preparation

  • Importance of preparation for introverts
  • Tools for tracking progress:
  • Log, journal, spreadsheet, or happy folder
  • Weekly reviews of projects, stretch goals, and client feedback

Data-Driven Approach

  • Reducing stress with well-documented data
  • Using metrics and results to strengthen your case
  • Combatting impostor syndrome with data

Reflective Questions for Self-Evaluation

  • Example questions for regular reflection:
  • Projects worked on and challenges overcome
  • Contributions to team success
  • Alignment with goals
  • Feedback received from managers

Regular Adjustments and Tweaks

  • Benefits of regular reviews:
  • Monitoring progress on KPIs and metrics
  • Making timely adjustments to targets and methods

Increased Visibility and Contributions

  • Improving visibility within the organization
  • Collaboration with team members
  • Documenting contributions to team and organizational success

Mock Reviews for Preparation

  • Conducting mock reviews with trusted individuals
  • Benefits of practice: reducing anxiety and crafting stories around metrics

Taking Control of Your Career

  • Empowerment over career development
  • Importance of self-advocacy in performance reviews


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