The Right Way to Give Your Boss Bad News
il y a 11 ans, 3 mois - janvier 29, 2013
No one likes a difficult conversation with the boss, but it can be a valuable tool for building a trusting relationship. Try these four steps the next time you need to share upsetting news:
- Describe the problem. Provide a general overview and show the specific impact it has on your work and the company’s goals.
- Identify your solution. Explain how you’ve already tried to solve the problem and what you’ve learned from those attempts. Recommend a specific approach, along with alternatives to give your manager options.
- Discuss the benefits. Focus on concrete examples of how your idea will succeed. If you have tested your approach on a small scale with good results, share that information.
- Accept responsibility. Demonstrate your commitment to ensuring success. Work with your manager to develop a final action plan.
