1. Preparation by both parties is extremely important. Make sure you know what you want to discuss covering the entire review period
  2. Complete a self-appraisal at least 1 week in advance
  3. Create a win folder that summarises your year. If you do not have this, review your calendar and emails to help you remember the period that was
  4. Think about your goals and see how you can bring them into your review
  5. Share you career goals with your manager
  6. Your review is an opportunity to share with your manager how you have developed beyond your core role
  7. Always refresh your manager on your core role and how you have grown it and company results
  8. Discuss how you can continue to improve communication with your manager
  9. Ensure you know and understand your managers and the company’s goals for the period
  10. If you want to understand more from or about your manager, always ask