Melody Wilding, author of Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge, joins the podcast to share actionable insights on building strong, strategic relationships with leadership.

Melody is a licensed social worker, executive coach, and frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review who has helped high performers at companies like Google, JP Morgan, and Verizon gain the recognition and respect they deserve.

In this interview, Melody discusses key strategies for managing up effectively, including applying the 4Cs framework, creating Me Manuals for seamless collaboration, and setting boundaries by saying no constructively.

She also addresses how to make invisible work visible, ensure you get credit for your contributions, and confidently advocate for a raise or title change.

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