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Your personal achievement portfolio
Why you need a Bragdoc
Have you ever been in a performance review and struggled to remember your accomplishments from the past year? Or maybe you’ve felt uncertain about your professional growth? Enter the “Bragdoc” — your personal achievement tracking system that could boost your career development.
What is a Bragdoc?
A Bragdoc is a living document tracking your professional achievements, successes, and meaningful contributions — think of it as a strategic professional diary. At its core, it’s a list of accomplishments with key details like dates, actions taken, impact, and lessons learned. It can be as simple as bullet points or as detailed as journal entries. Before diving into specifics, let’s understand the why.
Why Should You Maintain a Bragdoc?
1. Performance Reviews Made Easy
Many companies conduct annual or semi-annual performance reviews. Usualy these reviews are based on the past year’s achievements. Often, people tend to spend the days leading up to the review trying to remember what they’ve accomplished. A Bragdoc eliminates this stress by providing a comprehensive record of your achievements throughout the year. As you will be updating it regularly, you’ll have a clear…
