Action

In JustScore:

Actions are the foundation of scoring. They replace opinion-based reviews with measurable evidence of what someone actually does.

Definition

An action is a specific, observable behavior or deliverable tied to a performance criterion.

Why do Action matter?

Because people deserve to know which actions to act on so they can get specific feedback.

  • For Managers: They have clear behaviors and outcomes to observe.
  • For Team Members: Transparent expectations and become aware of which actions they should focus on.
  • For HR: Consistent, evidence-backed data for all functions.

How do you use "Action" in JustScore?

  • Each function comes with a tailored list of actions.
  • Managers rate performance against them.
  • JustScore converts these into real-time performance signals.

Example of "Action"

Action: Communicate effectively

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FAQs

What's an action in a performance review?

A specific, observable behavior or output (e.g., "shipped feature X by the deadline"), not a personality trait.

How does JustScore define actions per role?

Actions are tailored to each function within a sector and linked to performance criteria. They're scored in real time with attached evidence.

Why is action-based scoring better than generic reviews?

It reduces bias, removes guesswork, and turns feedback into concrete coaching because you're rating what happened, not how someone "seemed."

Can actions change as a role evolves?

Yes - as they should. In JustScore, actions adapt automatically to reflect this shift — what counts as "great performance" for a junior might only be "meeting expectations" for a senior. As one evolves in a role, the same actions will have a different rating scale, and new actions can be introduced.