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New Job? Ask Your Boss These Questions
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When you start a new job, the most important relationship to get right is the one with your boss. How do you build trust right from the beginning? And how do you get the feedback and insight you need to succeed? Here are a few questions to ask your new manager.
How do you like to communicate? Knowing whether your boss prefers email, Slack, or Zoom will help you reach out to them in the right way. It’s important to be flexible about how you communicate, especially if your office is shifting to hybrid or in-person work.Who should I meet with outside of our team?What you know is often less important than who you know. Your ability to influence others will improve once you understand the informal networks that determine the social dynamics of your new organization.How can I support the team and add value? This question will help you clarify your role, align on expectations, and prioritize your responsibilities.What would you do if you were in my shoes? Invite your boss to empathize with you and show them that you respect their expertise. This will help you establish a strong connection and deepen your understanding of how your manager thinks, feels, and acts.
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🇨🇳 新工作？ 问你的老板这些问题
当你开始一份新工作时，最重要的是要搞好与老板的关系。如何从一开始就建立信任?你如何获得成功所需要的反馈和洞察力?这里有几个问题要问你的新经理。
- 你喜欢怎样沟通?了解你的老板更喜欢电子邮件、Slack 还是 Zoom 将帮助你以正确的方式与他们接触。灵活的沟通方式是很重要的，尤其是当你的办公室正在转变为混合式或面对面工作的时候。
- 我应该和团队以外的哪些人见面? 你知道的往往不如你认识的人重要。一旦你了解了决定新组织社会动态的非正式网络，你影响他人的能力就会提高。
- 我如何支持团队并增加价值？ 这个问题将帮助你明确你的角色，调整期望，并优先考虑你的责任。
- 如果你处在我的地位，你会怎么办？ 邀请你的老板同情你，向他们表示你尊重他们的专长。 这将帮助你建立一个强大的联系，加深你对你的经理如何思考，感觉和行动的理解。
