Timely feedback of your work is to be provided by the boss on a regular basis, rather than springing a surprise in the performance review. Asking proactively for feedback will correct the problems (if any) when it is not too late.

• Don’t Take Things Personally: It helps to have a ‘thick skin’ and keep your ego out of your boss’s ultimate decision which may not be your preference.
• Your Boss Is Human Too: Your boss can also feel frustrated, flustered or in need of a good word. ...

Just like setting priorities, there has to be a regular touchpoint system established, for checking in and getting queries solved.

Try connecting with your manager on a regular basis, clearing the work goals and priorities of the coming weeks or months.

Managing one’s boss can be a challenge, and most people have problems and frustrations with their superiors.