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The Power of Performance Reviews

A performance-review system with preparation, delivery, follow-up, and a reusable template, grounded in the author’s management experience at Airbnb.

What to look for

  1. 01

    Combine peer input with a manager’s own evidence and judgment.

  2. 02

    Make the review a two-way conversation with a specific follow-up plan.

Keep in mind

One manager’s system, not proof that a particular rating or cadence suits every organization. Ongoing feedback still matters.

Put it to work

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Draft the follow-up plan for one review before the meeting, then revise it together with the person receiving it.

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Notes and exercises by Awesome CTO. The original work belongs to Lenny Rachitsky.

Work through the bigger question.

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