Managing Up
Discover how to build rapport with your superiors to create meaningful, advantageous relationships that will enhance your career. We'll cover the what, why, and how of this leadership approach and outline key steps for developing worthwhile relationships with those above you. You will also learn how to navigate the 5 main leadership styles and Manage Up to open lines of communication, align expectations, improve results, and increase your opportunities.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of Managing Up you will be able to:
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Improve day-to-day results and long-term career opportunities by managing up effectively
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Build positive, beneficial relationships with your superiors by applying key Manage Up steps
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Identify different leadership styles to personalize your approach to developing rapport
Seat Time: 30 min
Catagories: Employee Skills, Management Skills
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