Your boss will likely ask 10 key questions when proposing a change or new project: what is being proposed, why it is needed and its benefits, potential disadvantages and risks, consequences of staying the same, required resources and costs, timeline, implementation date, and effects on others. Being prepared to answer these questions will help your boss agree to your proposal.

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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.