What is Self-Evaluation? How to write a Self-Evaluation with tips and Sample templates

Self-Evaluation refers to the process of appraising the strengths, weaknesses, es, and abilities of a person by himself.

Self-Evaluation occurs at both individual and organizational levels to understand and enhance actions and their outcomes.

How to Write a Self-Evaluation

1. Understand what the process is going to be used for
2. Write your achievements
3. Gather data
4. Write your endeavors
5. Filter to make your achievements specific
6. Consider your manager’s goals while evaluating
7. Be positive while looking at your obstacles
8. Focus on yourself
9. Ask for growth opportunities
10. Include feedback
11. Prioritize
12. Consider other people’s appreciation and second opinion
13. Write a thoughtful self-evaluation

Point to Cover in a Self-Evaluation

Weak Points

- Hesitant to ask for help in times of need.

Strong Points

- Good understanding of roles and responsibilities.

Key Values

- Coordination and teamwork.
- Transparency.

Aim

- Use resources efficiently.
- Take up an administrative role.

7 Tips for Writing Your Self-Evaluation

1. Make use of numbers as Metrics prove useful in self-evaluation
2. Devote time to write your self-evaluation
3. Give voice to your output to remind the manager about your achievements
4. Write results and outcomes in real-time
5. Refer and ultimately lead to wider goals of the company
6. Share your appraisal with peers, colleagues etc.
7. Seek inspiration from people with similar roles

Sample Self-Evaluation Template

1. Designation
2. Chief duties
3. Responsibilities
4. Projects led
5. Specific projects that you have been a part of
6. Outputs or outcomes of those projects
7. Responsibilities beyond your job requirement
8. Aim or target for the next year
9. The target for the next 5 years

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Time Stamps

0:00 What is Self-Evaluation?
00:21 Definition of Self Evaluation
00:54 How to Write a Self-Evaluation?
02:16 Points to cover in a Self Evaluation
03:13 7 Tips for Writing Your Self Evaluation
04:44 Sample Self-Evaluation Template