7 Questions to Ask Your Boss
What do you think are the 3 biggest issues for our team right now? ⇒ Shows big-picture thinking and caring about the team’s success.
My top 3 priorities are X, Y and Z — do you feel they’re the most impactful way for me to spend my time? ⇒ Shows desire to have impact and work on the most important things
I noticed X happened and I’m worried it might impact our team’s goal for Z — am I looking at this the right way? ⇒ Shows proactivity and transparency in identifying blockers
I’m thinking about trying X, Y, and Z to improve ABC. What do you think of those ideas? ⇒ Shows initiative in solving problems
What do you think my strengths and weaknesses are relative to others on our team? How can I double down on my strengths / mitigate my weaknesses? ⇒ Shows desire for growth
I am not as effective as I’d like to be on X — do you have any suggestions for how I can improve? ⇒ Shows self-awareness and openness for feedback
Can I share some feedback for you that might help you do X better? ⇒ Shows courage in speaking truth to power for the sake of the team.
Source: The Looking Glass via Kyle Westaway