Having an Honest Career Conversation with Your Boss

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Free Online Course: Having an Honest Career Conversation with Your Boss provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 1-2 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. Having an Honest Career Conversation with Your Boss is taught by Lida Citroën.

Overview
  • Prepare for an honest career conversation with your boss. Learn how to request a raise, confess a mistake, or ask about the next step.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • Welcome
    1. Preparing to Have a Career Conversation with Your Boss
    • When is the right time?
    • How to ask for the meeting
    • Preparing your case
    • Understanding possible power dynamics
    2. Having the Conversation
    • Three rules for starting the conversation
    • Making your case
    • Using bridges to keep the conversation focused
    • Managing your emotions if things get tense
    • If your request is not granted
    3. Navigating Common Conversation Scenarios
    • Asking for a promotion
    • Confessing a potential career-ending mistake
    • Requesting additional training, staff, or tools
    • Making a request of your boss
    Conclusion
    • Next steps