About the Course
This course focuses on building effective upward relationships with managers and supervisors. Participants will learn how to understand their manager’s motivations, communication styles, and priorities, and develop strategies to influence, negotiate, and collaborate effectively.
Topics Included
10-step for effectively managing-up
How to influence and negotiate with your manager and other senior leaders
How to communicate clearly to resolve problems
How to proactively ask for and receive feedback
Training Approach
Instructor-led
Individual/group exercise
Self-reflection
Skills Learned/ Outcomes
Understand your manager’s motivations, strengths, communication style, and priorities
Influence and negotiate with your manager on important issues
Communicate clearly to resolve problems and receive feedback
Identify opportunities for professional growth to better support leadership and organizational goals