314 How Leaders Master Managing Up: A 4-Step Communication Framework to Get Your Ideas Heard and Address Overwhelm

What if one simple communication framework could help your boss actually listen to—and act on—your ideas?
If you've ever felt ignored, dismissed, or unsure how to speak up effectively, you're not alone. This episode gives you a practical approach to managing up, so you can confidently share ideas, advocate for your team, and build credibility as a strategic thinker.

Here’s what you’ll take away when you tune in:

• A four-step communication framework to make your ideas more compelling and actionable

• Insight into why well-meaning messages often fall flat—and how to fix them

• Real examples of how others used this framework to gain support and momentum

Listen now to start getting the traction your ideas deserve with the people who can say yes.

Check out:

• [02:00] – Hear two real-world stories of frustrated leaders whose ideas fell flat—and why their approach didn’t work.

• [04:34] – Learn the IDEA framework and how each step helps you communicate with strategic impact.

• [14:02] – Discover how a tiny, specific ask turned one idea into an organization-wide movement—starting with just $50.

  
  

  Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success.

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