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If you report to one of those sales managers you'd follow into a burning building, that's great. (Though that might be stupid 'cuz burning buildings are unsafe.)
If, however, you have a manager who doesn't support you how you want or need…address it. Yes, that might mean changing your tune thinking it's their job to communicate proactively.
It's on both of you.
If you need something, don't just raise your hand, stick it in your manager's face. (Respectfully, of course.) Don't wait for your manager to approach you.
Do
Your manager possesses many talents and skills, but mindreading is not one of them.
If you haven't recently been off-campus with your manager to talk about issues on a deep level, set that up today. Weekly 1:1s can be productive, but they may not propel you deep into strategic issues and personal bonding like a coffee and donut down the street.
In addition to bringing a formal agenda with you, come to the meeting with ideas and recommendations on your stickiest issues. Your manager will be impressed that you're thinking strategically about your business.
Oomph
Warren Buffett is kinda smart, right? This 4-minute video invites you into his head to hear insights that might help you grow rapport with your manager.
Although you love playing for that big commission check, you (and Warren) know you must manage your performance and not focus too much on the money.
That's what your manager wants to see, too.
As Warren offers, be more interested in your company's business and your customers, and everything else will take care of itself.
Warren Buffett is kinda smart, right? This 4-minute video invites you into his head to hear insights that might help you grow rapport with your manager.
Although you love playing for that big commission check, you (and Warren) know you must manage your performance and not focus too much on the money.
That's what your manager wants to see, too.
As Warren offers, be more interested in your company's business and your customers, and everything else will take care of itself.
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