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# Performance Review

> Generate comprehensive performance reviews from your tracked achievements

The Performance Review feature helps you create comprehensive, evidence-backed performance review documents. Select your achievements, add context, and generate polished reviews ready for submission or discussion.

## When to Use It

Use Performance Review when you:

* Are preparing for an annual or quarterly review
* Need to document your accomplishments for HR
* Want talking points for a review conversation
* Are updating your development plan

## How It Works

<Steps>
  ### Select Review Period

  Choose the time frame for your review:

  * Last quarter
  * Last 6 months
  * Last year
  * Custom date range

  ### Select Achievements

  Choose relevant achievements from your evidence base. The AI uses these to build your review with concrete examples.

  <Note>
    Select achievements that align with your goals and performance criteria. Focus on impact and outcomes.
  </Note>

  ### Add Context

  Provide additional context:

  * Goals for the period
  * Challenges faced
  * Development activities
  * Any other relevant information

  ### Generate

  Click **Generate** to create your performance review. The AI produces a comprehensive document including:

  * Executive summary
  * Key accomplishments with evidence
  * Goals progress
  * Skills development
  * Areas for growth
  * Goals for next period

  ### Export

  View and export your review in multiple formats:

  | Format             | Best For                                |
  | ------------------ | --------------------------------------- |
  | **Formal Review**  | HR submission or official documentation |
  | **Talking Points** | In-person review meetings               |
  | **Summary Email**  | Quick update to your manager            |
</Steps>

## Tips for Best Results

1. **Keep achievements updated** — Log accomplishments as they happen
2. **Align with goals** — Reference your goals from the review period
3. **Include metrics** — Quantified impact strengthens your review
4. **Be honest about growth areas** — Self-awareness is valued
5. **Review before submitting** — Personalize the AI-generated content

## Example Use Case

**Scenario:** Annual performance review for a Key Account Manager.

1. Select **Last Year** as the review period
2. Choose 10 achievements showing revenue impact, client success, and leadership
3. Add context about a major account transition and your development goals
4. Generate the performance review
5. Export as **Formal Review** for HR
6. Export as **Talking Points** for your review meeting

## Related Features

* [Achievements](/features/achievements) — Build the evidence for your review
* [Revenue Tracking](/features/revenue-tracking) — Add financial impact metrics
* [AI Coach](/features/ai-coach) — Get coaching on your review approach