Need help writing your own self-assessment for a performance evaluation? This article can guide you through the process

Additional self evaluation examples
Along with the elements in the preceding sample, self-evaluation forms might ask you to address some more specific areas. Your answers will give your employer deeper insights into how you view your strengths and weaknesses. Here are some tried-and-true phrases that managers like to see in a self-assessment.
Communication
For communication efforts on the job, here are a few common phrases to include:

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  I communicate effectively with project managers and team members.
  
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  I can have difficult conversations with co-workers and managers in a respectful manner.
  
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  I provide constructive feedback and know how to accept the same from team members and management.
  

Performance
Performance is normally the most generalized area of self-assessments. These are some effective phrases to use:

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  I worked on X projects and met timelines and goals for each one.
  
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  I take the initiative on each project and confirm that I understand the parameters before launch.
  
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  I’m consistently the top performer within my project team.
  
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  I always look for ways to improve on the job.
  

Reliability
The reliability section will discuss how dependable you perceive yourself to be so that you can include the below statements:

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  I am well known for my dependability and the way I give it my all on every project.
  
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  My work is always done on time with a high level of accuracy.
  
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  I’m always on time at work and arrive at meetings early, being mindful of other people’s time.
  

Leadership
For leadership, you should use phrases demonstrating how you’ve taken the initiative in the workplace.
Here are a few self evaluation examples when describing your leadership capabilities:

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  I always go out of my way to help co-workers.
  
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  I make sure everyone on my team feels comfortable when exchanging ideas.
  
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  I look for ways to keep my team on track and meet important milestones.
  
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  I brainstorm ways to motivate others and freely give praise when performance goals are met.
  

Innovation
For innovation, the self-assessment is looking for ways that you creatively solved problems. Here are a few self evaluation example statements about innovation:

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  I always look for better ways to manage projects and ensure the process goes smoothly.
  
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  I’m not afraid to look for out-of-box solutions.
  
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  I don’t let change interrupt workflow. Instead, I roll with the adjustments to keep projects on track.
  

Teamwork
You need to demonstrate how well you can get your team to work together, using phrases similar to the below.

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  I maintain a positive attitude to benefit my co-workers and managers.
  
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  I encourage team members to work together as a way for us all to reach a common goal.
  
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  I always consider my co-workers’ feelings and show respect for their opinions.