会议之后，我终于明白了新经理对我的看法和定位。

After the meeting, I finally understood ___where ___I ___stand with the new manager.

在任何谈判中，做出让步前明确自己的立场和对方的预期至关重要。

It's crucial in any negotiation to clarify ___where ___you ___stand before making concessions.

你有没有直接问过他，他是怎么看待你的？

Have you ever asked him directly ___where ___you ___stand?