In an ideal world, higher-ups would instinctively and unquestioningly champion your efforts. But the truth is, your supervisor is busy juggling multiple priorities and your project may have slipped their mind. Many leaders simply don’t recognize when their advocacy is needed, how impactful it can be, or the obstacles you’re facing. So how do you manage up and ask for the help you need? There are five strategies you can try: 1) Highlight what’s in it for them 2) Offer specific ideas 3) Give your boss a spiel 4) Implement a weekly win routine 5) Leverage reciprocity.
Read more here https://hbr.org/2024/09/5-ways-to-ask-your-boss-to-advocate-for-you?ab=HP-latest-text-2
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