Performance Review:
Dear Chester,
I wanted to take a moment to discuss your recent work on the Cheeseburger project. While your
design work has been impressive and your attention to detail is much appreciated, I have
noticed that you have not been collaborating as effectively with your team members as we
would like. As a UX Designer, it's essential that you work closely with the development team to
ensure that your designs are feasible and can be implemented in a timely manner. I would like
to see you take a more proactive role in engaging with the development team and seeking their
input on your designs. By doing so, I believe that we can streamline our design process and
create more effective solutions.
On a more positive note, I have been impressed with the unique perspective you bring to the
team dynamic and the project. You consistently challenge assumptions and bring fresh ideas to
the table, which has been invaluable. As we move forward with this project, I would encourage
you to continue to share your perspective with the team, but also work to integrate the feedback
and ideas of your colleagues. Collaboration is key to our success as a team and I believe that
you can play a crucial role in fostering a culture of collaboration.
I look forward to seeing your growth in these areas in the coming weeks and months.
Sincerely,
Ethan McGee
Context:
This performance review was for Chester Macintosh, a fictional UX Designer.
Holly Weeks' article "Taking the stress out of stressful conversation" greatly influenced my
approach to addressing the issue of Chester's lack of effective collaboration with team
members. Weeks emphasizes the importance of open and constructive communication,
particularly in difficult conversations. Her insights guided me to frame the feedback in a way that
acknowledges Chester's design skills and attention to detail, while also addressing the need for
improved collaboration. I aimed to create a supportive environment where Chester feels
encouraged to seek input from the development team, fostering a stronger sense of
collaboration and streamlining the design process.
Ultimately, I aimed to provide specific and actionable feedback to help Chester grow as a UX
Designer and enhance his contributions to the team's success.
