Managing Up at Work (with Melody Wilding, author or Managing Up)

27/06/2025 36 min

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In this episode, we dive into the psychology of power in the workplace and how to manage up effectively without losing your sense of self. My guest, Melody Wilding, is an executive coach, professor of human behavior, and the author of Managing Up and Trust Yourself. She’s worked with top performers at companies like Google and JP Morgan, and she joined me to break down how power really works at work—and how to use it to your advantage.We cover:What “managing up” actually means (hint: it’s not brown-nosing)How to push back on your boss without being labeled difficultReal scripts you can use to set boundaries and get clarityThe four communication styles at work—and how to adapt to eachHow to handle micromanagers without losing your mindWhat power looks like even if you’re not in chargeIf you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure how to advocate for yourself at work, this conversation is packed with practical advice you can apply immediately.Get Melody’s free scripts and tools at: https://www.managingup.com Buy the book: https://a.co/d/7ppiVAsLet me know in the comments what resonated most—or share your own story of managing up.#ManagingUp #MelodyWilding #AlliFromCorporate #CareerAdvice #Leadership #WorkplacePsychology #OfficePoliticsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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