Performance Review Templates
Annual review formats, self-assessment guides, and feedback templates. These free hr & recruiting snippets work with TypeFire, the best free TextExpander alternative for Mac. Unlike TextExpander, Typinator, or aText, TypeFire is completely free with no subscription. Download the template pack and import all 7 snippets instantly.
Annual Review - Manager Template
Performance Review: {{cursor}}
Review Period: [Start Date] to [End Date]
Manager: [Name]
Date: {{date}}
Overall Rating: [Rating]
Key Accomplishments:
1. [Achievement with specific impact]
2. [Achievement with specific impact]
3. [Achievement with specific impact]
Strengths:
- [Strength 1]: [Example]
- [Strength 2]: [Example]
Areas for Growth:
- [Area 1]: [Specific suggestion]
- [Area 2]: [Specific suggestion]
Goals for Next Period:
1. [Goal with measurable target]
2. [Goal with measurable target]
3. [Goal with measurable target]
Development Plan:
- [Training/Mentorship/Project opportunity]
Additional Comments:
[Open text]Self-Assessment Template
Self-Assessment: {{cursor}}
Review Period: [Start Date] to [End Date]
Top Accomplishments:
1. [What you did and the impact it had]
2. [What you did and the impact it had]
3. [What you did and the impact it had]
Challenges Overcome:
- [Challenge and how you handled it]
Skills Developed:
- [Skill and how you grew in it]
Goals Status:
- [Goal from last period]: [Met/In Progress/Not Met] - [Details]
Proposed Goals for Next Period:
1. [Goal]
2. [Goal]
Support Needed:
- [Resources, training, or support you need]
Additional Thoughts:
[Open text]Peer Feedback Request
Hi {{cursor}},
As part of our review process, I am collecting peer feedback for [Employee Name]. Your perspective is valuable since you have worked closely with them.
Please take a few minutes to answer:
1. What are [Name]'s key strengths?
2. What is one area where they could grow?
3. Describe a situation where they made a positive impact.
4. How effectively do they collaborate with the team?
Your feedback will be shared anonymously. Please respond by [date].
Thank you,
[Manager/HR Name]Performance Improvement Plan
Performance Improvement Plan
Employee: {{cursor}}
Manager: [Name]
Start Date: [Date]
Review Date: [Date - typically 30/60/90 days]
Areas Requiring Improvement:
1. [Specific area]: [Current performance vs. expected]
2. [Specific area]: [Current performance vs. expected]
Action Items:
1. [Specific action with deadline]
2. [Specific action with deadline]
3. [Specific action with deadline]
Support Provided:
- [Training/Mentorship/Resources]
- [Regular check-ins - frequency]
Success Criteria:
- [Measurable outcome 1]
- [Measurable outcome 2]
Consequences:
If the expected improvements are not met by [review date], [next steps].
Employee Acknowledgment: _____________ Date: _______
Manager Signature: _____________ Date: _______Mid-Year Check-In
Mid-Year Check-In: {{cursor}}
Date: {{date}}
Goals Progress:
1. [Goal]: [On track/At risk/Completed]
Notes: [Brief update]
2. [Goal]: [On track/At risk/Completed]
Notes: [Brief update]
Wins Since Last Review:
- [Win 1]
- [Win 2]
Current Challenges:
- [Challenge and plan to address]
Feedback from Manager:
[Constructive feedback]
Priorities for Rest of Year:
1. [Priority]
2. [Priority]
Development Focus:
- [Skill/area to develop]
Next Check-In: [Date]Promotion Recommendation
Promotion Recommendation
Employee: {{cursor}}
Current Role: [Title]
Proposed Role: [Title]
Manager: [Name]
Date: {{date}}
Justification:
[Employee Name] has consistently performed at the [next level] for [duration]. Key evidence:
1. [Achievement demonstrating next-level work]
2. [Achievement demonstrating next-level work]
3. [Achievement demonstrating next-level work]
Leadership & Impact:
- [Example of leadership/mentorship]
- [Example of cross-team impact]
Peer/Stakeholder Feedback:
- "[Quote from peer/stakeholder]"
Compensation Recommendation:
- Current: [Amount]
- Proposed: [Amount]
- Market data: [Reference]
Approval: _____________ Date: _______Quarterly Goals Update
Quarterly Goals Update - Q[X] [Year]
Employee: {{cursor}}
Goal 1: [Goal]
Status: [Complete/On Track/At Risk/Blocked]
Progress: [X]%
Key activities: [What was done]
Next steps: [What is planned]
Goal 2: [Goal]
Status: [Complete/On Track/At Risk/Blocked]
Progress: [X]%
Key activities: [What was done]
Next steps: [What is planned]
Goal 3: [Goal]
Status: [Complete/On Track/At Risk/Blocked]
Progress: [X]%
Key activities: [What was done]
Next steps: [What is planned]
Blockers/Support Needed:
- [Blocker and what is needed to resolve]
Highlights:
- [Key win or learning]More HR & Recruiting Templates
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