In evaluating myself, I thought I’d take into consideration the following: Work Ethic, Collaboration, Skills, Organization, and Time Management/Efficiency.

Work Ethic
I believe my work ethic has been on point so far. I have not strayed away from my projects, and have been productive despite having to work in a less than optimal work environment. With construction going on and having to move to various places, I don’t feel very comfortable. I also am located in a very hot former conference room.

Collaboration
I’ve worked well with others. The team is small and I mostly am in contact with them, nobody else. We send emails out and I have even contributed to our weekly department meetings and in other meetings with project stakeholders.

Skills
I have kept up with what’s been thrown at me so far. Outside of having to get a few peeks at my design/code books from time to time, I’ve been on top of everything.

Organization
The projects I’ve worked on so far have not required much in organization. What has been kept organized have been my projects. Mainly, prioritization with the checklist of tasks I have. My plate hasn’t gotten too big as of yet.

Time Management/Efficiency
I believe this category goes hand-in-hand with the last. Outside of being on time, I have completed every task according to my deadlines. I’ve been efficient even with all these snow days we’ve had in the last few weeks. I have cut it close on a few occasions, but I’ve managed to get things out on time.

Overall, I do have room for improvement. I can do more, and better, once I get “comfortable”. I feel awkward at times. It could be because I’m slightly introverted. Group collaboration can be better as well, as I think I do come off rather “straight-forward”. I’ll try to turn it down a bit. I give myself a A- so far.

Self evaluation is very helpful. You can keep yourself in check. Taking a look at yourself with a critical eye is probably normal for most designer, but you have to look past just your design skills. Your soft skills are just as important as your hard ones. In doing so, you’ll present the best version of yourself at all times.