Which of the following is a method used to assess employee performance?

• A. Annual review
• B. 360-degree feedback
• C. Self-appraisal
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Evaluating how well an employee performs can be done in several common ways, and each adds a different perspective. An annual review is a traditional check from a supervisor that looks at performance over a set period, often with ratings and comments to guide development and pay decisions. 360-degree feedback gathers input from a range of people who interact with the employee—managers, peers, subordinates, and sometimes customers—giving a fuller view of performance and behavior beyond just the manager’s perspective. Self-appraisal asks the employee to assess their own work, encouraging reflection, goal setting, and ownership of development. Each method provides useful insights, and they can be used alone or together to build a complete picture. Because all of these approaches contribute to assessing performance, all of the above methods are used.