Episode 63 - The Art of Managing Up: How to build a productive relationship with your boss

Career Espresso

Are you ready to take control of your career by learning how to manage up effectively? In this episode of Career Espresso, we dive into the critical skill of managing up - a potential game-changer for anyone looking to improve their working relationship with their boss and accelerate their career growth at the same time.

Managing up isn’t just about pleasing your boss; it’s about aligning your success with theirs, making your time at work smoother, and positioning yourself for promotions and leadership opportunities.

In this episode, you’ll discover why managing up matters, how to do it well, and how it can open doors to new career possibilities.

Key takeaways include -

→ Why building a strong relationship with your boss is essential for long-term success

→ Six actionable tips for managing up, from understanding your boss’s goals to communicating effectively and anticipating where they are coming from

→ Real-world examples and personal stories from my leadership career and development training

→ How managing up can boost your career satisfaction and put you on the fast track to promotions

Tune in to learn the strategies that will help you advocate for yourself, get noticed, and gain the support you need to succeed in your career. Whether you're early on in your career or a more experienced leader, these tips are practical, actionable, and designed to help you thrive in any workplace. Share this episode with a colleague who could benefit, and don’t forget to subscribe to Career Espresso for more career-boosting advice each week.

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Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Managing Up

04:53 Actionable Steps for Managing Up

05:50 Recap and Key Takeaways

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