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How to Write the Dreaded Self-Appraisal

Harvard Business Review

Case Study #1: Take it seriously and they will too. Darin Freitag has filled out six self-appraisal forms in his time at Ryan Associates, an employee-owned construction company based in San Francisco. Case Study #2: Be honest when you can be. Be defensive or criticize others — this is about your performance.

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Case Study: Is a Promotion Worth Hiding Who You Are?

Harvard Business Review

Hanguk’s leadership would be watching the project closely, because expansion to the Arab world was one of its top strategic objectives. Editor’s note: This fictionalized case study will appear in a forthcoming issue of Harvard Business Review, along with commentary from experts and readers. ” Mark said.

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How to Turn a Bad Day Around

Harvard Business Review

Even when something objectively negative happens—your star employee gives notice or you’re late to an important meeting with the CEO—it’s important to focus on the positive things that are also happening. Case study #1: Focus on opportunities not problems. What the Experts Say.

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