

29. Your Roadmap to Workplace Influence: 10 Conversations to Manage Up-Part 1
Feb 24, 2025
Discover the secrets to workplace influence through strategic conversations. Learn about the invisible dynamics that often go unnoticed in professional settings. The discussion highlights how to align your priorities with your leaders and understand different communication styles. Get ready to boost your confidence with essential conversations that can reshape your relationships at work. Mastering these interactions can be a game changer for your success!
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Beyond Generic Advice
- Avoid generic managing up advice like "build trust" or "anticipate needs".
- These oversimplified one-liners lack practical guidance and context.
Managing Up as a Skill
- Managing up is a skill that requires a structured approach, not scattered one-liners.
- Each step builds upon the previous one, creating a solid foundation for success.
Small Talk
- Leverage everyday interactions, like small talk before meetings or quick messages, to shape perceptions.
- View these moments as mini-conversations to manage up effectively.