Managing Up (HBR 20-Minute Manager Series)

<p><b>Manage your most important workplace relationship.</b></p><p>Your boss plays an important role in your career. So how do you navigate this delicate significant professional relationship without playing political games or compromising your character? <b><i>Managing Up</i></b> offers concise expert tips on: </p><ul><li>Understanding your manager's priorities and pressures</li><li>Setting a positive tone for the relationship</li><li>Managing expectations--and egos</li><li>Earning trust and respect</li></ul><p></p><p>Don't have much time? Get up to speed fast on the most essential business skills with <b>HBR's 20-Minute Manager</b> series. Whether you need a crash course or a brief refresher each book in the series is a concise practical primer that will help you brush up on a key management topic. Advice you can quickly read and apply for ambitious professionals and aspiring executives--from the most trusted source in business.</p>