When you know you're in for a tough review with your boss...WWYD?

[LittleSparrow]

So, what do you say when you think you're in for a hard time at a career review meeting?

Phrases to say and stuff NOT to say?!

I can be very direct but just have a feeling that I'm going to go to pieces when I speak to my boss and I really want to hold it together. (Been a bit stressed of late)

I'd focus on the future.
If (s)he says anything negative about past performance reply with a proposal for what you're going to do in the future.

an example:
Boss: over the past few months you've been crap at xyz
you: so in future you want me to focus more of my time/effort on xyz. yes I can do that

anything to avoid length discussions of negative stuff.

the future is bright...

oh and post in employment issues.
lots of fab advice there!

Thank you Muddleduck. It worked!