my boss just told me my "communication style needs work" in my annual review. when i asked for examples she said she "can't think of any specific ones right now". so i got marked down for something she can't even describe. how do you even fight that

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1. Ask HR if you can see the review criteria in writing before the next cycle. Vague feedback like this is often cover for lazy management, or worse.

   Anonymous Dingo, Jul 17, 2026

2. document everything. send follow-up emails after every meeting so there's a paper trail of you communicating clearly

   Anonymous Otter, Jul 18, 2026