There is no single, magical approach to selfappraisal. Employees should not view the
selfappraisal process as a “makeorbreak” situation. It is an opportunity for
contributed to the UMSL mission and departmental goals.
employees to highlight what they have accomplished during the year and how they’ve
Some people like to talk about themselves at length and others are more reserved. For
those who are reserved, being asked to perform a selfappraisal can cause more than a
little trepidation. Despite our discomfort, the selfappraisal is a time when we are
obliged to write confidently and accurately about ourselves.
Before beginning the appraisal process, make sure you carve out enough time to
properly complete the selfappraisal. Your selfappraisal is about you and you’re
worth it. Be sure to use the comment box provided on the appraisal form to describe
your accomplishments.