Wissen-Haus Youth Empowerment Foundation

Learning Objectives

Prepare effectively for performance reviews
Advocate for yourself with evidence
Have direct career conversations with your manager

Your performance review is not something that happens to you—it is something you prepare for and lead. Learn to document your achievements, have direct career conversations, and advocate for the recognition and growth you deserve.

Module Quiz

1. The best way to prepare for a performance review is:

Let your manager do all the preparationDocument your achievements throughout the year and arrive with specific examples and goalsAsk colleagues for a list of your accomplishmentsFocus only on explaining past challenges

2. If you feel you deserve a promotion or pay rise, you should:

Wait until your manager offers it voluntarilyHave a direct, evidence-based conversation stating your case clearlyComplain to other colleaguesThreaten to leave if not promoted

3. Career conversations with your manager should happen:

Only at annual reviewsRegularly throughout the year, not just at formal review timesOnly when you want a promotionOnly when there is a problem

Module 9: Performance Reviews & Career Conversations