No matter how many years you’ve worked, starting a new job is often nerve-racking. There are so many unknowns to figure out, and one of the biggest question marks is your new boss. How can you set your relationship up for success?
7 Questions to Ask Your New Boss
Set the relationship up for success from the beginning.
October 19, 2021
Illustration Diana Bolton
Summary.
The most important relationship to get right when starting a new job is the one with your boss. How do you build trust right from the beginning? And how do you get the feedback you need to succeed? The author offers seven questions to try. You will accelerate your career success if you can manage your boss better, which requires you to understand them better, which requires a deliberate strategy.
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