'Conscientious' means careless in someone's job

The opposite of proactive is active

When you have a possitive outlook you have a good point of view or attitude towards something

When someone is disciplined they were punished (castigado) in life

'Take the lead' is the same as being proactive

A seasoned professional is someone who works only during summer

'To strive' is to put a lot of effort in something

'Expertise' is a synonym of skill or knowledge about certain topic or field

'To follow guidelines' is to adhere to regulations

Being indecisive and proactive are good characteristics in an appraisal

'To lack an ability' means to have it fully

During an appraisal is good to present negative points in a positive way

During an appraisal it is better to use subjective language

When critisizing someone's performance, be specific about negative points

In an extreme case, negative results of appraisals can lead to demotion, dismissal, or decreases in pay

Good results in appraisals may lead to bonuses, pay decreases and promotions

A nerve-wracking situation is a stressful event that causes anxiety

A supervisor undersees the work of others

A shortcoming is similar to a problem, a fault or weakness

'To step outside the box' means to be innovative and creative

'To overstate something' is to exaggerate or make something more serious than it actually is

'Room for improvement' is a phrase used in a negative appraisal

Time management is the person who is the manager of schedules in a company

To delegate is part of not keeping all the tasks for yourself

When you 'shake in your boots about an appraisal', it means you are relaxed and self confident about it

'To capitalize oportunities' means to use them in your advantage

'To be a team player' means you cooperate with your co-workers

'Field' refers to the place where you work

'To praise' is a synonym of congratulate someone