Leading Up: The Superpower Every Ascending Leader Needs

Overview

Most leadership training focuses on leading downstream, with the goal of eventually advancing to an executive role. Few people get to be “top dog” in their organization. So, nearly every worker will spend their entire career leading up, even while serving in a leadership role. Learn the skills and tactics needed to develop an effective working relationship with your boss and other superiors. Gain the credibility and support necessary to get things done and advance professionally.

Highlights

• The consequences of upward leadership failure.
• Building credibility with your boss, Serving multiple bosses.
• Making the business case for your ideas.

Prerequisites

None

Designed For

This course is designed for current and aspiring leaders who want to enhance their leadership effectiveness by learning to lead in all directions. It is ideal for managers, team leaders, executives, and professionals seeking to build a thriving and productive workplace culture through self-leadership and strategic influence.

Objectives

• Build unwavering trust to gain credibility with your boss.
• Adjust your communication style and preferences.
• Advance your boss’s agenda to ensure key priorities are met.
• Enable your team to lead up to you.

Preparation

None