Including self-appraisal in the appraisal process is rarely helpful because most people tend to rate themselves higher than they realistically should.

Self-Appraisal

An evaluation process in which an individual assesses their own performance, strengths, and areas for improvement, typically within a professional context.

Appraisal Process

The sequence of steps involved in evaluating an employee's performance, typically involving feedback and discussions about achievements and areas for improvement.

Realistically

Pertains to recognizing and accepting the actual nature of a situation in a practical and sensible manner.