Performance Excellence is Northwestern's annual performance management experience and is a vital part of how you perform and grow. For an overview of your role as a staff member and the phases of Performance Excellence please visit our Overview page.
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The Academic and Fiscal year has begun. Taking time to sift through lists of tasks and articulate goals for the year may seem stressful, but can help create focus and calm.
Learn more with these guides:
REAL conversations (Reflect, Empathize, Ask questions, Look ahead) help to build trust, increase learning, and focus forward for motivation and engagement. Not sure you're having REAL conversations?
SET GOALS |
ENHANCE PERFORMANCE |
REVIEW RESULTS |
| Purpose and SIMple goal-setting essentials | Prepare to discuss development | Writing your Self-Review |
| Purpose and SIMple goal sample library | Check-in guide & template | Guide to Ratings |
| Values and behaviors | Career development plan template | Tips for Receiving Feedback |
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