And my hope is, is that this is just the beginning of your commitment to what is going to be a tough road ahead over the next 18 months.

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What we mean by this is that you start a discussion with your boss by expressing commitment to a cause, institution, or other code of conduct that you know your boss feels strongly about.

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This is an ineffective means of persuading your audience of your authority and your commitment to your own ideas.

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