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Leveraging Up!

you sit down with your Manager, have these ready to communicate,
as well as asking what the expectations are for you in your role.

Why Is This Important?

Demonstrating how proactive you are willing to be, not just
about their expectations for you, but about meeting your

own personal goals and goals that you yourself see as productive for
moving the business forward, this will communicate your dedication

for your role immediately. This is the best first impression you can

give for your new Manager, this will be the first seed to grow their
confidence in you.

Must You Discuss the Goals

from Each Side?

Believe it or not, your goals may be different. They may all

be designed to contribute to the bigger picture and overall success
of the business, but you must keep in mind that your Manager has a

point of view that is unique and seasoned. Your Manager has had
the experience to see the reality of the bigger picture, and ultimately

your Manager will be the one who determines what goals you are

responsible for. This doesn’t mean that expressing your own goals is
moot – in fact, it speaks volumes about your ability to look forward to

the future and plan accordingly. Anticipation for any situation means

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