Performance Evaluation Policy

Introduction

At Sports Insider Daily, we are committed to fostering professional growth, accountability, and excellence. Performance evaluations provide structured feedback, recognize achievements, identify development opportunities, and align individual goals with the organization’s mission of delivering unfiltered, high-quality sports journalism.

Scope

This policy applies to:

  • All full-time and part-time employees.
  • Freelancers and contributors who work regularly with the organization.
  • Interns and contract staff engaged in ongoing assignments.

Evaluation Objectives

  1. Provide Constructive Feedback – Highlight strengths, accomplishments, and areas for improvement.
  2. Align Goals – Ensure individual objectives support organizational priorities, including editorial quality, audience engagement, and ethical standards.
  3. Professional Development – Identify opportunities for skill-building, training, mentorship, and career advancement.
  4. Recognize Achievement – Celebrate accomplishments, innovative work, and contributions to the team and community.
  5. Support Accountability – Ensure employees meet standards of performance, professionalism, and adherence to company policies.

Evaluation Process

  1. Frequency
    • Evaluations will be conducted annually for all staff.
    • Interim or probationary evaluations may occur as needed.
  2. Criteria
    Evaluations will be based on:
    • Quality, accuracy, and timeliness of work
    • Creativity and initiative in reporting, content creation, or projects
    • Collaboration, teamwork, and communication
    • Adherence to company policies, ethics, and editorial standards
    • Professionalism, reliability, and workplace conduct
    • Engagement in professional development and continuous learning
  3. Process Steps
    • Self-Evaluation: Employees reflect on their accomplishments, challenges, and goals.
    • Manager Evaluation: Supervisors provide detailed feedback and assess performance against established criteria.
    • Discussion & Goal Setting: Managers and employees meet to review evaluations, discuss feedback, and set objectives for the next evaluation cycle.
    • Documentation: A written summary of the evaluation, goals, and agreed-upon action steps is recorded for reference.

Performance Ratings (Optional)

  • Exceeds Expectations – Outstanding performance and contributions beyond role requirements.
  • Meets Expectations – Consistently meets performance standards and role requirements.
  • Needs Improvement – Performance below expectations; requires development and support.
  • Unsatisfactory – Consistently fails to meet minimum expectations; corrective action may be necessary.

Development & Support

  • Employees needing improvement will be provided with training, mentorship, and resources to achieve performance standards.
  • Career growth opportunities will be offered to those demonstrating excellence, initiative, and alignment with company values.

Confidentiality

Performance evaluations are confidential. Feedback will only be shared with the employee, relevant managers, and HR.

Conclusion

The Performance Evaluation Policy ensures that Sports Insider Daily maintains a culture of excellence, accountability, and professional growth. By providing fair, structured, and transparent feedback, we empower employees and contributors to achieve their full potential while delivering high-quality sports journalism.