The Suitability of Self-Reported Performance Measures

This article explores the integration of self-reported data in research, emphasizing challenges in interpreting and reporting such data. Its primary focus is on evidentiary support and reporting standards for self-reported measures related to focal and contextual performance. The manuscript addresses key issues, including assessing significance and avoiding common pitfalls when presenting results based on self-reported data. Specifically, it examines the validity and scale reliability of self-reported performance vs supervisor evaluated performance. Providing guidelines for interpreting the significance of self-reported data and effectively reporting methods, measures, and findings is crucial for researchers, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders involved in academic research.