Managing Upward: Influencing Your Boss

This course teaches professionals how to effectively manage relationships with senior leaders and direct supervisors. Participants will gain tools to communicate upward with clarity, manage expectations, and build trust with those in positions of authority.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
– Understand the dynamics and expectations of upward relationships.
– Communicate priorities, updates, and requests clearly and effectively.
– Anticipate leadership needs and tailor information accordingly.
– Manage difficult conversations and push back respectfully.
– Position themselves as strategic partners, not just task executors.

1- Understanding the Upward Relationship Dynamic
2- Communicating with Clarity, Confidence, and Brevity
3- Anticipating Needs and Reading Leadership Styles
4- Navigating Disagreements and Giving Upward Feedback
5- Becoming a Trusted, Strategic Contributor

Mid-level professionals, project leaders, team leads, and emerging managers who report to senior leadership.

Role-plays, stakeholder mapping, communication planning, case practice, and feedback coaching.

Participants will leave with strategies to manage up confidently and influence senior stakeholders with professionalism and impact.