Review own performance

Self-Evaluation

Conduct an honest self-evaluation of your own performance at the end of a project. Reflect on your strengths, limitations, and areas for improvement.
Self-evaluation isn’t about being overly critical, rather it’s about constructive reflection. Identify what was done well, what could have been better, and ways to improve.
Consider using a structured system such as the SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) to thoroughly review performance aspects.

Review the goals set at the start of the project. Did you meet them? If not, why were they missed, and how can this be prevented on future projects?
Goals should be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound). Evaluate them against these criteria.
Reflection should lead to new goal setting, based on learnings from the project. Use any shortfalls or gaps as catalysts to set and achieve better goals in the future.

Consider gathering feedback from trusted peers, mentors, or coaches on your performance. Others may provide fresh perspectives or notice things overlooked personally.
Be open to feedback, not as a critique but as a chance to learn, grow and enhance performance in future projects.
Understand the difference between constructive and destructive criticism. Use valuable and positive advice to improve, and learn to filter out unhelpful or destructive comments.

Recall any challenges faced during the project. How were they handled? Also, consider how these could be better managed in the future.
Discuss any obstacles that were successfully overcome, and the strategies used. What did these teach you? How will this learning inform future approach to difficulties?

Keep a log or journal throughout the project. This can be a precious personal resource when reviewing performance.
It can help track progress, identify roadblocks and recognise achievements. Also, it can provide evidence of work done or decisions made, which can be beneficial in evaluations.
Use progress logs as a tool of continuous self-review. They can provide a solid basis from which to draw valuable learning insights and truly understand project journey.

Beyond task-completion skills, also weigh on softer skills such as leadership, teamwork, communication, resilience, and handling pressure.
Emotional intelligence can also play a vital role in sports projects. Reflect on how well emotions were managed, both personal and within the team.
Understanding emotional responses can lead to improved emotional regulation skills, essential in handling high-pressure, competitive environments. It can also foster better team dynamics.