What Your Boss Really Wants from You

What does she value about you?

I’m going to assume you’re a talented professional with a good blend of skills, experience, and ideas. In short, you’ve got what it takes to succeed at this level, and probably the next. But, does your boss see it that way? How does she view your full set of capabilities? Does she want more from you, or does she actually want less? What does she value most about you, and what does she not appreciate?

Try this exercise: Make a list of your strengths. What are you good at? What skills stand out? Next, place a check mark next to those strengths that fit the role you’re in now (some of your talents might not be needed ...