Some of you may dread performance reviews, but looking back on your year is absolutely essential to planning your next.   In part 1 of this episode, Kimberly talks about performance discussions, why they are important, and how you can fully utilize them to your advantage. You will also learn how to set the right personal and professional goals for yourself and apply them in your planning. Tune in now and find out how you can start playing an active role in your performance discussions and align your goals with them!    KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS: - What is a performance discussion?   - Why you need to have clear personal and professional goals.  - How to set your personal and professional goals. - How many goals should you be setting for the year? - Learning to shift your priorities.   QUOTABLES: “Your career is your responsibility. You can't be out here using a wish and pray method to take your career to the next level. And you cannot put the trajectory of your career and any prospect of promotions or upward mobility, even lateral projects, in the hands of your manager.”   Have career and leadership development questions? Email Kimberly at podcast@manifestyourself.com   Learn more about Kimberly Brown and download a free career strategy template at kimberlybonline.com    Read the book “Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You’ll Love” at nextmovebestmovebook.com   Follow Kimberly on social media: IG | @kimberlybonline - instagram.com/kimberlybonline FB | facebook.com/kimberlybonline  Twitter | twitter.com/kimberlybonline LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/kimberlybonline     Your Next Move is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)