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How, when and why to have


performance and career discussions with your boss


By: Lynn Dessert


have a poor relationship with your boss, it could also be that you are shy or awkward talking about yourself.


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With a little bit of preparation, you will feel more confident having a discussion with your boss or manager.


What are the top five things a person should do to prepare for a discussion with their boss? 1. List the areas you want to discuss. 2. Rank their importance. If you run out of time, you


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re you comfortable having a discussion with your boss about your performance and career goals? If not, it does not necessarily mean you


want to cover what is important before you leave the meeting.


3. Conduct a pro/con analysis about the subject. Think through the options.


4.Know what action(s) or outcome(s) you want out of the discussion. Are you looking for feedback, sup- port, background information or direction?


5. Make a concrete plan and gain their commitment.


Who should initiate a discussion? There is nothing wrong with you asking to meet with your boss to discuss your performance or career goals, even if it is not during the company’s standard review time.


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