Performance Review Writer

A balanced, evidence-based performance review that gives employees clear feedback and actionable growth goals.

Prompt Template

Write a structured performance review for [EMPLOYEE_NAME], [EMPLOYEE_TITLE], covering the review period [START_DATE] to [END_DATE]. Use the following inputs: their stated goals for the period: [GOALS_LIST], notable accomplishments: [ACCOMPLISHMENTS], areas where they fell short: [GAPS], and peer feedback themes: [PEER_FEEDBACK]. Structure the review as: (1) Overall performance summary (3–4 sentences, lead with strengths), (2) Goal-by-goal assessment — for each goal state whether it was Met, Exceeded, or Missed and provide one specific example, (3) Strengths — 2–3 specific, evidence-backed strengths (no vague praise), (4) Development areas — 2 areas for growth framed constructively with a suggested action for each, (5) Goals for next review period — 3 SMART goals. Use direct, professional language. Avoid filler phrases like "rockstar" or "goes above and beyond." Keep the total under 600 words.

How to use this prompt

Copy the prompt template using the button above.
Paste it into your preferred AI assistant (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc.).
Replace all bracketed placeholders like [TOPIC] with your specific details.
Send the prompt and refine the output as needed.