To do that, you must understand how success is defined in your organization and which measures are used to judge your boss -- and you. "Understand your role in pushing your boss up, and you in turn will rise," said McGee, a principal in the District office of Mercer, a human relations consulting firm.
You can't start being a standout just a few weeks before your review. You need at least a few months to lay a firm foundation and rack up some impressive accomplishments before your boss sits down to start your evaluation.
By Vickie Elmer Special to The Washington Post
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