From the course: Having an Honest Career Conversation with Your Boss

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- Thomas Jefferson said, "Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom." To start a conversation from a place of compassion and truth gives you the ability to learn, grow, build relationships, and mature. Professionally, an honest conversation with your boss helps create deeper understanding. And as we saw in the various scenarios, an honest conversation can lead to enhanced credibility and integrity. As you approach your boss for an honest conversation, remember the principles and suggestions that I've offered to you in this course. You want to set this conversation up for the best outcome, and that starts with how you perceive your worth and value, the way you frame up the meeting with your boss, and the attitude you bring to the meeting. Come prepared with facts and information and evidence as you need it. But don't forget you're dealing with a human being, and that person has goals and needs and feelings just…

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