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competencies from multiple perspectives. The
respondent data are collated and compared against
each category, to include the self-rating by the individual. The comparison demonstrates to the target
individual areas where he or she needs to improve,
promotes self-awareness, and, with a trained counselor or coach, can identify unexpected discrepancies
between the self-report and the respondent reports.9
Multirater feedback assessment instruments
come in a variety of styles and formats, ranging
from web-based surveys with instant output reports to paper-and-pencil surveys scored by hand.10
Although not recommended, multirater feedback
can be used for a one-time developmental assessment. Most commonly, however, the assessments are
longitudinal studies conducted over time to allow
the target individual the opportunity to demonstrate
improved ratings through a developmental program.
Feedback can be formatted graphically or numerically, plotted over time, and even accompanied by
coaching from trained professionals. The key is that
the feedback reaches the target individual, who is
allowed time for reflect