Managing Up: The Art of Managing Your Manager
Learning objectives
- Define "managing up" and distinguish it from regular reporting relationships.
- Identify and describe a manager's key priorities, communication preferences, and decision-making styles.
- Anticipate managerial needs or risks and propose solution-oriented recommendations.
- Provide constructive upward feedback using structured frameworks that maintain professional respect.
- Create a personalized strategy for managing up that aligns with their role and manager's expectations.
Course overview
Strong working relationships with managers improve communication, reduce confusion, and create better opportunities for collaboration and growth. Clear expectations, proactive updates, and solution-focused communication help employees build trust and strengthen alignment with leadership priorities. Intentional upward communication also supports better decision-making, fewer surprises, and more productive workplace interactions.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 6 minutes
- Format: Video
- Tier: 1
- Course ID: 7914
English
Course Outline
- What Managing Up Really Means
- Understanding Your Manager's Priorities
- Communication That Builds Alignment
- Anticipating Needs and Offering Solutions
- Giving Constructive Upward Feedback
- Building Your Personalized Strategy