Leadership and People Management Skills

1. Management Tip of the Month
Building Commercial Capacity in Oil and Gas

2. 10 Questions Your Boss Might Ask
Here are 10 key questions your boss is likely to ask when you propose a change or a
new project.
• 1. What do you want to change or what’s the new project? Explain briefly.
• 2. Why do we need this change or new project?
• 3. Why should we do this? What are the benefits?
• 4. What are the disadvantages/risks of this change or new project?
• 5. What will happen if we stay the same? Will there be a decline in
business/profits etc.?
• 6. What resources will be needed for this change or new project?
• 7. How much will it cost? Be ready to provide estimates.
• 8. How long will it take?
• 9. When can it be done? You may find that your boss wants to move on this
proposal.
• 10. How will this change or project affect other people, organisations or
departments etc.?
If you are prepared to answer these questions, your boss is likely to agree to your
proposal.
Leadership & People Management Skills

3. Provided by Peter Sheal
Leadership and People Management Skills