#128: When and How to Approach Your Boss
Career Growth Made Easy
English - November 14, 2022 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsCareers Business Education How To career job resume interview performance raise promotion Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
When and How to Approach Your Boss
Most of us report to someone in leadership. But, when is the right time to approach them? How should you approach them so that you get your questions answered or the information you need?
Today's episode walks you through some real-world examples, including Craig's "Lessons Learned." Why not tune it to find out what mistakes have already been made and how to overcome them?
In less than 20 minutes you can learn to position yourself in a stronger way when speaking to your manager. There are environmental context clues all around - you just need to pick up on them. Boosting your situational awareness by listening to today's show will help you more positively interact with your manager or supervisor.
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Chapters
[01:27]
Being co-located with your boss can have its advantages - but only if you know when and how to approach them.
[02:07]
Does your boss rule with an iron fist?
[03:40]
Craig's current read: The Like Switch by Ph. D. Jack Shafer.
[04:15]
Just because someone is available does not mean they are approachable, it's the ideal time; or an advantageous time.
[08:30]
Be aware of your physical environment and how it affects others around you.
[09:41]
Craig references Andy Andrew's book, The Noticer.
[10:24]
Your word choice can be critical in conversations. Not only what you chose to say, but what you chose not to say, as well!
[11:35]
When you have a problem, think of at least one solution.
[14:22]
More on the how: eye contact and posture play an important role.
[15:39]
Listen twice as much as you speak!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/051-powerfully-placed-pauses/id1490044127?i=1000519802668
[18:25]
Grab a one-on-one virtual coaching appointment today!
[19:02]
Get the best pay offer with a company-specific, job-targeted resume!
Mentioned Links
Craig's current read: The Like Switch by Ph. D. Jack Shafer
An additional book recommendation: The Noticer by Andy Andrews
CGME: Ep 051 Powerfully Placed Pauses (Craig's 3P Rule)
CGME: Ep 115 Pay Rate vs. Pay Range - Maximize Your Money