self-assessment
noun
self-as·sess·ment
ˌself-ə-ˈses-mənt 
-a-ˈses-
plural self-assessments
: the act or process of analyzing and evaluating oneself or one's actions : assessment of oneself
a questionable self-assessment
a self-assessment tool/test
"There are many factors in choosing a job or career and that's why self-assessment is important," she [Bernadette Walsh] says.—
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Contrary to Kinney's self-assessment, there are so many noted admirers of his songbook that four four full-length tribute albums are planned.
—Piet Levy, Journal Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
Encourage Reflective Practices Encourage children to engage in reflective practices, self-assessment, and goal-setting.
—Jessica Bouta, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
Here’s How to Get Them Under Control Determining Daily Patterns
Conducted from March 2020 to March 2022, the COVID-19 Social Study tracked mental health and well-being information for thousands of participants through a combination of self-assessments and surveys.
—Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 4 Feb. 2025
The Best Time to Start Is Now The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a career self-assessment.
—Nirit Cohen, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Piet Levy, Journal Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
Encourage Reflective Practices Encourage children to engage in reflective practices, self-assessment, and goal-setting.
—Jessica Bouta, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
Here’s How to Get Them Under Control Determining Daily Patterns
Conducted from March 2020 to March 2022, the COVID-19 Social Study tracked mental health and well-being information for thousands of participants through a combination of self-assessments and surveys.
—Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 4 Feb. 2025
The Best Time to Start Is Now The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a career self-assessment.
—Nirit Cohen, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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“Self-assessment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-assessment. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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