π§ Types of Employee Reviews in Calamari
In the Performance module, you can launch two types of review sessions β Self-Assessment and Peer Review β each with a different scope and participants. Both bring unique benefits and play a key role in supporting employee development.
πββοΈ Self-Assessment
A self-assessment is a process in which an employee evaluates their own performance, strengths, and areas for improvement using a predefined form.
During self-assessment, the employee:
Reflects on their achievements and progress over a specific period.
Identifies key strengths and competencies.
Defines development areas and sets future growth goals.
π Self-assessments are a valuable tool for encouraging employees to reflect on their work, while also helping managers better understand how employees perceive their own performance and engagement.
π₯ Peer Review
A peer review focuses on evaluating the work of colleagues β by teammates, managers, or others who collaborate directly with the reviewed employee. It typically includes:
Strengths evaluation β identifying the skills and competencies that drive effectiveness within the team.
Development areas β highlighting opportunities for improvement that support professional growth.
Collaboration improvement β recognizing ways to enhance communication and teamwork, leading to higher team efficiency.
π Peer reviews are ideal for boosting team engagement, motivating employees to grow, and improving group dynamics across the organization.
π Benefits of Using Both Review Types
Both self-assessment and peer review offer complementary advantages:
Reflection and growth β self-assessment fosters individual reflection, while peer review provides valuable external perspectives.
Career development support β both help employees identify strengths and growth areas, leading to better role alignment and personal development.
Improved team collaboration β peer reviews enhance relationships and strengthen teamwork.
π Summary
The Performance module in Calamari provides two powerful evaluation methods β Self-Assessment and Peer Review β that help employees reflect on their work and support their professional growth. These review types foster self-awareness, strengthen collaboration, and increase overall team effectiveness.