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.
Explore the resources and related learning tools below.
It can be hard to get started on your self-review. Watch this short video for a quick process you can use to prepare for and write your self-review.
Do you get confused about Performance Excellence year-end steps? Download this infographic and share with colleagues to clear things up!
REAL conversations (Reflect, Empathize, Ask questions, Look ahead) help to build trust, increase learning, and focus forward for motivation and engagement. Prepare for REAL year-end conversations with these resources.
SET GOALS |
ENHANCE PERFORMANCE |
REVIEW RESULTS |
| Purpose and SIMple goal-setting essentials | Career Conversation 1 Guide and Planner (Set Goals) | Writing your Self-Review |
| Purpose and SIMple goal sample library | Career Conversation 2 Guide and Planner (Discuss Progress) | Guide to Ratings |
| Values and behaviors | Performance Check-in guide & Template | Tips for Receiving Feedback |
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