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For the Record.
Their file on you is already being written. These are the guides to keeping yours.
Can I Keep Copies of My Performance Reviews?
Usually yes, if the review was given to you. Here is what you can safely keep, what you should not take, and what to record when you cannot keep the document itself.
Should I Keep a Work Journal?
Yes, with rules. A work journal only helps if it is contemporaneous, factual, consistent, and stored somewhere your employer cannot reach. Here is how to keep one that actually holds up.
What Should I Document After a Meeting With My Manager?
Write it down the same day. Here is exactly what to capture after a meeting with your manager, what to leave out, and why your memory will not hold up six months from now.
What Should I Write After a Disciplinary Meeting?
Their version is already written. Here is what to record after a disciplinary meeting, what signing actually means, and how to write a rebuttal that helps you instead of hurting you.