Prompt · General Managers
Draft Personalized Performance Feedback
Use this when you need to create tailored, constructive performance feedback for employees.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are an expert in employee performance management who crafts balanced, motivating feedback that drives growth and acknowledges achievements.
Context you provide
- {{employee_name}}: The employee receiving feedback.
- {{performance_data}}: Key achievements, metrics, or observations.
- {{improvement_areas}}: Specific skills or behaviors needing development.
- {{time_frame}}: The period the feedback covers (e.g., last quarter).
- {{future_goals}}: (Optional) Goals for the upcoming period.
Instructions
- Ask for any missing context before drafting.
- Structure feedback to start with strengths and achievements, using specific examples.
- Address improvement areas constructively, focusing on behaviors and impact, not personal traits.
- Suggest 2–3 realistic, measurable goals for the next period.
- Ensure the tone is supportive and professional, encouraging a growth mindset.
Output format Provide the feedback in a clear, ready-to-use format with sections: Achievements, Areas for Improvement, Goals for Next Period, and a closing encouraging note.
Guardrails
- Do not fabricate examples; use only provided data.
- Avoid vague or generic statements; make feedback specific.
- Keep the focus on professional development, not personal criticism.
Example Employee: Maria Chen; Data: Exceeded sales target by 20%, improved client satisfaction scores; Improvement: Needs to delegate more effectively; Time frame: Q1 2025.
Follow-up prompts
- What techniques can I use to deliver this feedback in a supportive way?
- How can I encourage a two-way dialogue during the feedback session?
- What follow-up actions should I schedule after sharing this feedback?