Bad performance appraisal at work? You can do that now. Use negative reviews sensibly to your advantage.

A poor rating doesn't have to mean your career is over. Criticism can be used to improve your own skills. If you view criticism as constructive feedback, you can learn a lot from it. Use the performance appraisal as the basis for an action plan in which you determine concrete steps to improve performance. It is important to set realistic goals that are actually feasible. A structured plan helps maintain focus and document progress.