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Mark My Worth | Appraisal aftermath: Will the stars and strugglers both hit the job market?

Now that appraisals are over, when do you start hunting for a job or do you hunt so soon? Employers need to be aware that both poor and top performers may hit the search button

3 min read16 May 2025
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Mark My Worth: Who called you a top performer—and then shrunk your hike?

Even the best performers lose out when sectors slow down and compa-ratios kick in. Mark your worth, explains.

3 min read5 May 2025
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Mark My Worth: A new series to help you navigate appraisal season

The stakes are high, the budgets tight, and the bell curve steeper than ever. Our guide helps you play your cards right this appraisal season.

2 min read5 Apr 2025
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Mark My Worth: Appraisal and the art of Atmanirbhar Branding

The appraisal process is an art of Atmanirbhar Branding – a delicate balance where the flaws are briefly mentioned as part of 'self-awareness' and the goals achieved are detailed out with a dash of pride but not pompousness.

4 min read5 Apr 2025
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Mark My Worth: Rulebook on how to choose one high performer over another and retain both

Money’s tight and ambitions are high—how do bosses keep their best from walking away? Mark My Worth suggests smart, strategic ways to retain top talent.

2 min read9 Apr 2025
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Mark My Worth: How to deal with the dreaded Meets Expectations rating

A ‘Meets Expectations’ rating means the employee has completed the assigned tasks. However, they are not the top performer, and there are others who have received a higher rating. In the third part of our ongoing series on appraisal, we unpack the dreaded average rating

4 min read14 Apr 2025
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Mark My Worth: With a productivity uptick, it’s time to ask for that promotion

When productivity rises, so should your position—but promotions aren't automatic. Here's how to make your case. Mark My Worth explains.

4 min read18 Apr 2025
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Mark My Worth: You are now reporting to your colleague or your junior!

The person you previously shared laughs with while discussing office politics may now hold a managerial position over you.

4 min read27 Apr 2025
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Mark My Worth: The 5Ws and 1H of investing in your career growth

With appraisals done, investing in courses, curated networks and career coaching could be what sets a real career apart from just a job. Final post in Mint’s Mark My Worth series.

3 min read15 Jun 2025