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Summary.
You probably know that to succeed in your role, you need to align with your manager’s priorities. In an ideal world, all leaders would be clear about their expectations and proactive about sharing what’s on their mind. But in reality, most bosses can be frustratingly vague. They might launch into a rambling explanation that leaves you more confused than when you started. Or perhaps you’re told to “just keep doing what you’re doing” or brusquely brushed off as they rush to their next commitment.