Step 1: The Manager Review. You’ve likely already started this. It’s a discussion about your performance over the last few months and your future goals. ​Step 2: The Leadership/Panel Chat. You may meet with a Senior Leader or an Architect from Head Office. They want to ensure your technical skills are standard across the whole company, not just your specific team. ​Step 3: The Culture/Values Check. Even internally, they will ask how you align with their core values (Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty).