Managing Up

Navigate power dynamics, build effective relationships with higher-ups, and earn more authority, freedom and confidence at work. 'Outstanding. A better way to get ahead at work' Greg McKeown'Turn potential conflicts into opportunities for growth' Daniel H.PinkDo you feel vulnerable to the whims of your boss, peers or internal politics?Do you push through each day with an undercurrent of anxiety?Are you micromanaged, interrupted in meetings, saddled with busy work or overlooked for career opportunities?There's a way to teach those above you to value your ideas and treat you with respect - without ever changing your job title. Human behaviour professor and award-winning career coach Melody Wilding has helped thousands of clients advocate for their needs at work while navigating office politics. In this clear, tactical guide, time-tested strategies, detailed scripts and transformative insights will help you:Get in your boss's head to understand their prioritiesEarn more respect from your managerSay no and push back with tactNo matter your level, reclaim control of your career by building the emotional intelligence, relational capital and negotiation savvy to succeed in a turbulent working world.