I’ve worked with my boss for 20+ years and she retires in about 2 years. In a recent 1:1 she said one of her main goals is to leave me in a solid role and help advance my career before she goes. She’s always advocated for me, but I want to make sure I’m advocating for myself too. How can I navigate this transition, and is it smart to share my financial goals with her or is that crossing a line? We’re pretty open with each other with the understanding that the company does come first.

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It sounds like her heart is in the right place, though I don't know how sharing specific financial goals would be helpful, especially knowing that she has zero influence as soon as she turns i thst laptop. Help her ti help you the best she can, but don't over-share.

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True. It’s my responsibility to take care of my family. But my boss told me she thinks if they whispered in my VP’s ear that I wanted to leave, he’d step on it and promote me sooner. But who knows. I just don’t want to be stuck with feeling obligated to be loyal to a company that wouldn’t care.

I’d use this opportunity to soak up as much as you can from them. Discuss your long-term goals and get any advice you can. If you feel like specific numbers will help, I’d consider it, but maybe don’t start there.

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Thanks so much for your input.

Do you have any idea who your new boss will be? A good introduction will be important

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You mean after she retires? No. Not sure who will take her place.

You can advocate for yourself by asking her what you can do to step into her role when the time comes. Then do those things. Work hard. The money will follow.

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I don’t think I have what it takes to her job. She’s a senior director. I’m a lowly employee and can’t handle the pressure. I wish I could bc the pay is good. I have a hard time doing public interactions and managing people.

Have you spoken at all about career progression and whether her role will be open after she retires or if they are trying to internally fill?

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I have never thought to ask. Didn’t want it to seem eager for her retirement. Lol Should I ask her? Don’t know what to say.

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