Wildleaf

So, the review yesterday was a mixed blessing. Out of the 25+ rating categories rated from 1-3, I received all 3s except for in 3 areas. Those areas were “interpersonal communication,” “prioritization,” and, “research.” That’s right, on those things I was rated a 2. On this scale, 1 is underperforming, 2 is performing at expectations, 3 is exceding such expectations. This sounds all well and good but:

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So, I am back in New York for work.  The boss decided that it would be a good idea to have me come into the office and work for a few days.  She also suggested that we have a face-to-face review.  That is a little frightening.  I have no reason to fear, I have been working my ass off these last few months since I have been working remotely.  I have even worked weekends and 16 hour days to produce working material.

But even with this extra work, I feel no respect or recognition for my efforts.  I don’t think she sees what I am doing with my time as “putting forth the extra effort,” that she expects.  That is frustrating.  I really hope that this review is all about recognition of my skill and efforts, but I fear that it will be something bad. I won’t know until Wednesday at 1:00 when the review is, but until then, I am tentative.

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