--- title: "Free Performance Review Form for SMEs | Faqtic" description: "Download our free lightweight performance review form. Includes self-review, manager review, goal setting, and development actions. Built for growing SMEs." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://faqtic.co/#organization", "name": "Faqtic", "alternateName": "Faqtic - The Factorial Agency", "url": "https://faqtic.co", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://faqtic.co/lovable-uploads/4e1622b4-0e3c-495f-9b90-c9ca18d0fc27.png" }, "description": "Certified Factorial implementation partner for European SMEs. 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No credit card, no trial expiry. Download it and use it as long as you like." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How often should I run reviews?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We recommend at least twice a year, with informal check-ins (1:1s) in between. The form works for any cadence." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I use a different rating scale?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Absolutely. The template uses a 1–5 scale by default, but you can change it to any format that works for your team." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Will you spam me after I download?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. You'll receive the download link and 1–2 practical follow-up emails. Unsubscribe with one click." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What if I have different review criteria per department?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Duplicate the form and customise competencies per department or role. For automated role-based templates, Factorial handles this natively." } } ] } ] --- [![Faqtic - Your Factorial Partner](/assets/faqtic-logo-mu1Yn3w0.webp)](/) [Approach](/our-approach)[Services](/services) Products [Pricing](/pricing)[Case Studies](/case-studies) Insights [Contact](/contact) 🇬🇧 EN [Book Your Free Factorial Demo](/factorial-book-demo) # \[Free template\] Performance Review Form for SMEs Run meaningful performance reviews without the corporate bloat. A lightweight form covering self-review, manager feedback, goals, and development actions — ready to use today. Download the free review form Built by certified Factorial experts FREE DOWNLOAD ### Performance Review faqtic.co If performance reviews happen once a year (or never), your best people are guessing where they stand — and looking elsewhere. ## The problem No formal review process — feedback is ad hoc, inconsistent, and easily forgotten. Enterprise review forms are too complex for SMEs — 10-page templates that nobody completes. Without documented reviews, promotion decisions feel arbitrary and demotivating. ## What you'll get A simple, two-page review form that covers everything an SME needs — nothing more. Self-review and manager review sections so both perspectives are captured. Goal setting and development actions that create a clear path forward for every employee. ## What's inside - Self-review section: achievements, challenges, and self-assessment against goals. - Manager review section: performance rating, strengths, areas for development. - Goal setting for the next review period — SMART format with guidance. - Development actions: training, mentoring, stretch assignments. - Works in Word, Google Docs, or as a printable form. ## Get your free template Instant download. No spam. You'll also get 1–2 practical emails on how other SMEs solve this. 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Takes about 15 minutes. 2 ### Run your first review cycle Distribute to managers, collect completed forms, and use the results to inform development plans and promotions. 3 ### Scale with Factorial When paper forms can't keep up, move to Factorial's 180° and 360° performance reviews with automated workflows and analytics. ## When forms become a filing nightmare, software takes over - Automated review cycles with reminders, deadlines, and completion tracking. - 360° feedback from peers, managers, and reports — all in one dashboard. - Performance analytics and 9-box grid to identify top talent and flight risks. [See this workflow in Factorial](/factorial-book-demo) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Is this really free? ### How often should I run reviews? ### Can I use a different rating scale? ### Will you spam me after I download? ### What if I have different review criteria per department? 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