PREPARE for Your Progress Review
Your progress review is most valuable when you lead the reflection. Come ready to talk us through your progress, learning, challenges and next steps.
A prepared mind is a productive one. By using PREPARE before we meet, you transform your review from a simple conversation into a high-value reflection on your progress, your challenges and your next steps. Respect your development by arriving ready to lead the discussion.
Progress
- Are you on track, ahead, or behind?
- What has gone well?
- What needs attention?
Results
- Which lessons or topics have you covered recently?
- What knowledge, skills or behaviours have developed?
- What do you understand better now?
Evidence
- Examples from work
- Assignments or tasks
- Where you’ve applied learning
Problems
- What’s getting in the way?
- What have you tried?
- Where are you stuck?
Actions
You will share your plan, and we will build on it together.
- What have you done since last review?
- What will you do next?
- What are your commitments?
Readiness
We will listen and help you shape that path.
- How confident are you?
- What gaps remain?
- What will help you improve?
Employer
We will explore this together — your perspective leads the way.
- How is your manager supporting you?
- Where have you applied learning?
- What support do you need?
Before your review, make sure you have completed these:
🌍 Bring a real-world example
You may be asked about British Values, EDI or current issues. Come ready with one example from your workplace or the wider world.
- Something about fairness, inclusion or respect
- A workplace situation or challenge
- A local news story
- A topic like AI, wellbeing or equality
Final reminder: Do not try to think of everything on the spot. Take time beforehand to reflect properly. The more prepared you are, the more valuable your review will be.