| If Your Boss Doesn't Have Influence, Connect with Higher-Ups Who Do. A boss who is well connected in your company can be a great asset for your career. But having a manager who lacks influence doesn't mean you can't get ahead. Build your own connections by developing relationships with senior leaders. Identify people who would be good to know — maybe they can provide important information, or they're involved in high-level decisions — and then find a way to connect. For example, you could introduce yourself to an executive after a meeting and share something that could be of value to them. Or consider getting involved in the projects and initiatives that the executive cares about. It's especially important to form these relationships if your boss is unlikely to sing your praises to higher-ups. If that's the case for you, you'll need to stand out so that decision makers notice you. Try leading a committee, speaking up in meetings, overdelivering on a project, or suggesting a new method to increase productivity. |
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| If Your Boss Doesn't Have Influence, Connect with Higher-Ups Who Do |
| A boss who is well connected in your company can be a great asset for your career. But having a manager who lacks influence doesn't mean you can't get ahead. Build your own connections by developing relationships with senior leaders. Identify people who would be good to know — maybe they can provide important information, or they're involved in high-level decisions — and then find a way to connect. For example, you could introduce yourself to an executive after a meeting and share something that could be of value to them. Or consider getting involved in the projects and initiatives that the executive cares about. It's especially important to form these relationships if your boss is unlikely to sing your praises to higher-ups. If that's the case for you, you'll need to stand out so that decision makers notice you. Try leading a committee, speaking up in meetings, overdelivering on a project, or suggesting a new method to increase productivity. |
| This tip is adapted from “How to Get Ahead When Your Boss Doesn't Have Influence,” by Anne Sugar |
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