Along the lines of master of none, stick to the plans you came up with in the meeting. Maybe write down the specific plans in bullet form, hand her a copy, and ask her (yes or no question) if it would be possible to implement them. Also, take notes as she responds. Document everything she says. That way at least you'll have it on record if she does not intend to implement the plans. And you're right about needing to stay polite. grin