Strong, productive workplace relationships rely on people having effective, timely conversations. Organisations which encourage diverse conversations - conversations about expectations and support, praise and acknowledgement as well as feedback and confrontation - are healthy organisations. No performance management system, psychological diagnostic, or development plan can replace a regular mindful…

For those who may not have heard the term before, managing upwards is an often used euphemism for dealing with a difficult relationship with a more senior person in an organisation.

‘Managing your manager’ can be a worthwhile skill to have to help you succeed in your career. So what are some strategies you can use to become effective at managing up?

• Insist on meeting regularly with your manager and be prepared.
• Be alert to organisational changes and a manager’s…