16 Ideas for Managing Upward - A Series on Managing Relationships

Building a positive and productive relationship with your boss is essential for professional growth. To manage upward, it is important to understand your boss's communication style, decision-making process, strengths and weaknesses, and to complement them. Anticipate their needs and demonstrate complete trustworthiness. Be networked, an effective negotiator, and provide ideas, opinions and recommendations based on facts. Go above and beyond when needed and keep your efforts noticed. Lastly, appreciate your boss's accomplishments.