Managing Up Part 2: Self Advocacy Skills and Strategies for New Leaders

Managing up is one of the most underrated new leader strategies — and a core self-advocacy skill. If you're a new leader looking for strategic thinking frameworks that in the real world, this episode is for you. I pick up where Part 1 left off, diving deeper into how learning to speak up in meetings and in the workplace is one of the most important leadership presence moves you can make — and why most people were never taught how to do it strategically.

You'll learn how managing up creates the relational foundation that makes self-advocacy effective, why silence gets misinterpreted as agreement or availability, and how to communicate your needs clearly without coming across as demanding or self-promotional. I also cover how to advocate for your team without creating division, how to disagree professionally and affably, and why visibility and communication matter just as much as the quality of your work.

Whether you're a new manager, a team lead, or a senior leader navigating complex workplace dynamics, this episode will help you build the trust, credibility, and communication skills needed to influence decisions, protect your team, and advance your career — without sacrificing your integrity or your relationships.

Topics covered: self-advocacy skills, new leader strategies, strategic thinking frameworks, speak up in meetings, leadership presence, managing up, leadership communication, professional boundaries, how to disagree at work, advocating for your team, workplace visibility, career advancement, avoiding burnout, executive presence, leadership maturity.

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