5 Reasons Why You Should Always Document Your Manager Conversations: How to Safeguard Your Professional Growth and Compensation
Trust isn’t enough.
You can have a great relationship with your boss.
But when you don’t put your conversations or agreements in writing things can go wrong, and it only goes wrong for you.
This happens:
— They leave their job — Circumstances change — They remember it differently than you — They’re acting in bad faith and making empty promises
✍️ Put everything in writing
After any meeting where promises or plans are discussed, email a recap to your manager. This ensures theres a record of your conversation.
In this follow-up, be specific with timelines.
A vague “this year” isnt enough. Push for commitment, and don’t be deterred if your manager becomes uncomfortable.
📣 Youre not there to soothe your managers feelings.
You work for two primary things - compensation and growth. A good manager understands this and will respect your professionalism in holding these discussions.
Dont be lulled into a false sense of security if your boss is “nice”.
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