（3）"What strengths do I have that will help my career?"

“我有的哪些长处有利于我的事业发展？”

Don't be so focused on looking for your weaknesses that you forget to ask about your strong points. You might think you know what your strengths and weaknesses are, but your boss could have a different opinion. This question isn't an excuse to beg for a compliment; it's an opportunity to show the boss you want to steer¹ your own career, Onderick-Harvey says.

不要太关注寻找自己的弱点而忘了问一问自己的长处。也许你认为了解自己的弱点和长处，但你的上司可能有不同的看法。Onderick-Harvey说，问这个问题不是求得表扬的借口，而是向老板表现你希望掌控自己事业的机会。

（4）"How often are performance evaluations² conducted and who is in charge of them?"

“多久进行一次工作考核，由谁负责？”

Basic questions such as this one are crucial to your performance, says Dr. Ivonne Chirino-Klevans, professor at Walden University. Understanding the mechanics of your job should be a top priority at all times. Make sure you know if you have quarterly or annual goals to aim for and how they impact your daily tasks.

Walden大学Ivonne Chirino-Klevans博士认为这样的基本问题对于工作至关重要。无论什么时候，理解自己工作的机制都是最重要的。要确保明了有没有季度目标或年度目标要实现、并了解这些会如何影响你的日常工作。

（5）"What are the options for growth within the organization?"

“在企业中有那些成长选择？”

Although you might expect this question only belongs in a job interview, it's worth asking even after you've been employed for a few years, Chirino says. Company structures change all the time and you should know what opportunities are open to you if you want to advance. Once you know what your options are, you can decide what your next move is, whether it's aiming for a new position or looking for a job with a better future.

Chirino说，也许你会认为这个问题只会在面试中出现，但其实在工作几年后也是依然值得去问的。公司结构是不断会变化的，如果你想发展的话你需要知道有哪些机会。一旦你知道有什么选择就能决定下一步该怎么走——调换一个新岗位或者找一份更有前途的工作。

（6）"Do I understand this correctly?"

“我理解对了吗？”

When you have a project that has many components³ or a new set of guidelines, be certain you have a grasp on what your task is. Tackling an assignment without knowing you're on the right path leaves the opportunity for a rude awakening⁴ on the due date. Check in with your boss to ensure you understand everything the way he or she intends it. If you don't ask the right questions, you could derail your own career even though you're fully⁵ capable of doing the work, Chirino warns.

当你要进行一个项目，构成复杂或者有一套新的指导方针，一定要准确了解自己的任务。在不知道是否对路的时候就承担工作，很可能会快到截止日期时才会觉察到错误。和你的老板确认自己了解他/她所希望的一切。Chirino警告说，如果不提出这些恰当的问题，那么即便完全有能力做某件工作，你也可能会在事业上遭遇不顺。

Caution: Use restraint when asking this question. No boss wants to repeat himself or herself ad nauseam.

小心一点：问这类问题时要克制。任何老板都不愿意总重复自己说过的话。

（7）"What can I do to help you?"

“我如何能帮助你？”

This simple question is important but often forgotten, according to executive coach Suzanne Bates. Even if you can't help, your boss will take note of your offer. "It's lonely at the top, so if your boss sees you as someone who wants them to succeed, you stand out."

执行教练Suzanne Bates说，这个简单问题非常重要，但是却往往被遗忘。即便你帮不上忙，老板也会注意到你的主动。“高处不胜寒啊，所以如果你的老板将你看做是一个希望他们成功的人，你就会得到另眼相看。”

（8）"What is the most important priority we need to focus on?"

“我们需要去关注的最重要的、该优先考虑的事情是什么？”

This question often goes unasked because employees fear appearing incompetent⁶. Really, it shows concern about your responsibilities and your team's goals. When you have several ongoing⁷ projects and your boss adds more to your workload⁸, knowing how to prioritize grows difficult. Managers want to hear from employees who are concerned with improving business, says Gayle Lantz, an organizational development consultant⁹ and executive coach.

员工们往往不会提出这样的问题，因为害怕会显得自己没能力。但其实这能显示出你关心自己的责任和团队的目标。当你有几个项目同时进行，而老板又给你加了工作量，确定这些项目哪个该优先完成就很困难。企业发展顾问和执行教练Gayle Lantz说，管理者们愿意听听那些关心企业提升的员工的看法。

（9）"Can I take on this task?"

“我来做这件事行吗？”

Too many employees take a laissez-faire attitude toward their careers and relinquish¹⁰ control to their bosses, says career expert Dr. Rachelle J. Canter. Bosses have their own lives to worry about, however, and don't have time to map your future. Rather than let your career meander¹¹, look for opportunities to prove you have initiative and leadership skills. Find ways to build experience and gain skills that you currently lack.

职业专家Rachelle J. Canter博士说，许许多多的员工对事业采取放任态度，将管理规划抛给老板。然而老板们都有自己的事情，没有时间为你规划未来。不要让你的事业听之任之；寻找机会、证明自己是一个主动、有领导能力的人。想办法积累经验、获得你现在缺乏的技能吧。