Portfolio Overview By completing this portfolio, you will understand how various appraisal methods differ in the information they provide.

Portfolio Goal
Write a 150–250-word essay wherein you discuss various appraisal methods.

Portfolio Details
You are one of several administrative assistants in the corporate marketing department of a large bank. Some of your job duties include:

scheduling meetings, conferences, and travel
typing materials and preparing computer-generated presentations for executives
managing a filing system
sorting and distributing mail
liaising with other departments
managing projects for executives
ordering office supplies and keeping track of department expenses
Now, write your essay following the format indicated below.

Paragraph 1: With which of the following methods would you most prefer to be appraised? Describe the appraisal method, and explain why this would be your preferred method of appraisal.

graphic rating scale
alternation ranking method
paired comparison method
forced distribution method
critical incident method
management by objectives
behaviorally anchored rating scale
Paragraph 2: With which method would you least like to be appraised? Describe the method, and explain why it would be your least preferred method.

Paragraph 3: Which do you think would provide the most accurate appraisal of your performance? Give reasons to support your answer.