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How to manage up as an engineer or a manager

Learn how managing up can improve your work experience and benefit the whole team. Avoid common mistakes and follow a 5-step framework for successful managing up.

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Apr 03, 2024•8m read time•From newsletter.eng-leadership.com
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IntroWhat managing up is and what isn’tSuccessfully managing up can make your work experience so much better.I’ve made a lot of mistakes of not managing up correctly in the pastMistake #1 The emailMistake #2 The working styleMistake #3 The lone wolfThe 5-step framework that will help you to manage up successfullyStep 1: Build your credibilityStep 2: Build a good relationship with your managerStep 3: Focus on great communicationStep 4: Find out the problems that your manager is facing and put the effort to resolve themStep 5: Always keep your manager in the loop and be transparentBONUS: Freelance work has really sped up my progress to manage up successfullyLast wordsWhenever you are ready, here is how I can help you furtherGet in touch

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