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One of the most overlooked skills in career advancement is the ability to effectively manage your manager. While much focus is placed on technical skills and job performance, building a strong, productive relationship with your manager can be equally essential for your growth. When you know how to align your priorities, communicate your needs, and navigate the nuances of this relationship, you’re not only setting yourself up for success, but you're also creating opportunities for advocacy and support.

Managing your manager involves understanding their communication style, setting clear expectations, and creating a feedback loop that promotes transparency. It’s about positioning yourself as a proactive contributor, ensuring your goals align with the team’s and the company's broader vision. This can help you gain more visibility, enhance your credibility, and create a partnership where your manager feels invested in your success.

It’s also crucial for conflict resolution. By managing your manager well, you can anticipate challenges, bring solutions to the table, and address concerns before they become larger issues. Effective communication ensures that both you and your manager are on the same page, helping to build trust and respect in the long run.

To guide us through this process, we're thrilled to have Rachel Peck leading our upcoming event, "Managing your Manager: An interactive session with an Executive Coach." In this session, you’ll learn practical strategies to strengthen your working relationship. Rachel is a master career coach with years of experience helping tech professionals tell their stories in ways that resonate. With a background in leadership and personal development, she brings expertise in turning even the most technical of careers into compelling narratives. Sign up today and learn from one of the best - we know we’re super excited about this!

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our 2024 Tech Ladies Compensation Report next week! This comprehensive report dives deep into the salary and benefits landscape for women in tech, offering invaluable insights on pay equity, bonuses, equity compensation, and more.

Whether you're navigating your next career move, negotiating a raise, or simply curious about industry trends, this report is designed to empower you with the knowledge you need. Stay tuned for data-driven findings that highlight the current state of compensation for women in tech and actionable recommendations to help close the gender pay gap. You won’t want to miss this! Keep an eye out for the launch and be the first to explore the insights - we’ll be having a launch event on October 25th so mark your calendars 🥳

As always, you can learn more about our events here.

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