360-degree surveys categorize raters differently depending on the survey purpose. Here are definitions for the possible rater categories:

• Immediate Boss - Person to whom you directly report
• Superior - Person higher in the organization
• Peer - Your colleagues, co-workers; those you work closely with
• Direct Report - People who report routinely to you
• Other - Others who know you well and have had a good opportunity to observe your working style
• Observer - Employees in your organization
• Board Member – Executive on a Board of Directors