Quarterly performance evaluation: Insights and revelations
**Supporting Individuals with Neurodiverse Brains: A Quarterly Goal Review Approach**
For individuals with neurodiverse brains, a quarterly goal review can be a transformative tool for personal growth and development. Here's how one individual approaches this process, offering valuable insights for creating a supportive and inclusive environment.
The individual sets aside dedicated time for their goal review, recognising the importance of preparation. A calm, distraction-free environment is essential, and journaling for deeper reflection is encouraged. The individual uses ChatGPT as a sparring partner to help flesh out thoughts and realign themselves with what they want to focus on next.
The individual's approach is structured, yet adaptable. Goals are broken down into smaller, manageable tasks, and visual aids like charts, mind maps, or lists are used to help organise thoughts and track progress. Communication style and sensory needs are considered, ensuring the review process is tailored to the individual's preferences.
Strengths and contributions are emphasised during the review, with neurodiverse individuals often bringing unique perspectives and innovative ideas to the table. Accommodations that have been helpful are discussed, and additional support is considered if needed.
Regular feedback throughout the quarter ensures goals remain aligned with the individual's needs and abilities. Reflection and adjustment are key components of the review process, with goals being open to adjustment if they no longer align with the individual's priorities or abilities.
The review process is designed to be safe and supportive, with a non-judgmental environment where individuals feel comfortable sharing their challenges. Inclusive metrics, such as tracking engagement or innovation, are used to measure progress, rather than strictly focusing on productivity.
Achievements and progress are celebrated during the review, with successes serving as a basis to set new, achievable benchmarks for the next quarter. The individual invites others to share their reflections or goals from their own quarterly reviews.
The past quarter's goal review was an emotional journey, filled with frustration, pride, gratitude, and newfound clarity. The individual completed a 6-month review of all their income and outgoings, which took a significant amount of time and focus. During winter, the individual focuses on deep work and planning, while in spring they feel less tied to their desk and more drawn to home projects, gardening, and seeking adventures.
The individual encourages others to consider a quarterly goal review, finding it insightful and particularly essential when managing a neurodiverse brain. They realise the importance of realistic goals set in manageable chunks to ensure consistent motivation without unnecessary stress. Journaling is essential for deeper reflection during their goal review process.
However, the individual has faced hurdles such as fluctuating energy levels and unexpected illnesses, leading to the implementation of 'Plan B' low-energy options. The individual has narrowed down their goals for the quarter to three, as they found having too many was overwhelming.
By adopting these strategies, you can create a supportive and inclusive environment for individuals with neurodiverse brains to thrive during quarterly goal reviews.
The individual's approach to quarterly goal reviews, incorporating journaling, personalized accommodations, and clear goal-setting, is a valuable tool for education-and-self-development and encourages personal-growth for neurodiverse individuals. Regular reflection, adjustment of goals, and a focus on strengths and achievements contribute to the overall goal-setting process, fostering an environment conducive to personal growth and development.
