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How to Manage Up and Decode Your Boss Featuring Roberta Matuson

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I wish I had known this earlier in my career! Are you ready to master the art of managing your boss? This week, we’re exploring the brilliant insights from Roberta Matuson and her book Suddenly in Charge. It’s packed with strategies to help you navigate office politics, decode your boss’s behavior, and build influence at work—all lessons straight from the ‘school of real life.’

Here’s the secret: Influence starts with trust and credibility. Roberta shares how to communicate effectively and align your goals with leadership priorities to create opportunities for success. Managing up isn’t about manipulation; it’s about building a partnership. By anticipating your boss’s needs and presenting your contributions in ways that genuinely resonate, you can foster a collaborative relationship that benefits you both.

And about those dreaded office politics? They don’t have to be toxic. Learn how to navigate workplace dynamics with integrity, build alliances, and position yourself as a trusted and valued colleague.

Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or a seasoned manager, this episode is bursting with practical advice to help you flourish in your career. It’s all about turning insights into action and becoming the leader others want to follow.

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February 5, 2025

How to Manage Up and Decode Your Boss Featuring Roberta Matuson

How to Manage Up and Decode Your Boss Featuring Roberta Matuson

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