1. Identify the expectations
First know what the context is ... how the other person values you ... how do you (currently) fit into the bigger picture ... what are your expected contributions ... what is your expected value addition ... all in all ... what is it against which you will be appraised
2. Manage the expectations
Once you know what people expect you to do ... or perform ... you need to set the context right ... if you think the expectations are set too high, you may need to pull them down for you to match it ... remember ... world appreciates those who surpass the limits set for them ... so "manage" the expectations so that it ... for once ... achievable by you and secondly valued by the other ... if either of these components are missing ... you'll lose the game ... no matter what you do
3. Deliver on the expectations
Last but not the least ... deliver! the farther you go from the expectation ... the higher the appreciation ... but remember ... your achievement in the current cycle becomes a benchmark in the next cycle ... so don't over exceed too much ... its like playing a game of cards ... you don't show all your good cards in one go ...
Good Luck!!!
