In my work as an executive coach with professional women of color, the question I am most consistently asked is "what do they mean when they say..? It is almost always in reference to their performance evaluation or goal setting discussion.Just what do they mean when they say, "your work is excellent, but...In this book, we will explore and discuss the most common of them and provide tips on how to manage the comments and perceptions that accompany each. Every chapter includes self-coaching questions designed to assist you with thinking through your particular situation and developing strategies to strengthen relationships as well as your personal and professional brand.