Managing Your Boss: Influencing Up

  Managing Your Boss: Influencing Up
 

Experienced and skilled managers have an opportunity to extend their reach and the value delivered to their organizations by bringing a broader view to their role. A skilled manager is able to take into account the part his/her group plays in the whole organization. Essentials of influence, rapport, and data collection will be covered. Learning outcomes include:
  • Extend your influence for greater impact
  • Talk about your group in the context of the organization’s goals
  • Distinguish between inquiry and advocacy to increase effectiveness
  • Network internally to be able to get things done when you have no authority
  • Develop status reports to highlight your value and help your manager