Connecting Up: Create a Thriving Partnership With Your Manager  

Welcome to Connecting Up, your toolkit for turning chats with your boss into career gold! While your manager is levelling up in The Connected Leader training program, this video series is designed to give you a parallel learning path. Each bite-sized video is a stepping stone toward impactful collaboration and a professional bond that propels both of you forward.

Start with the Introduction video, and continue the series at your own pace. Be sure to connect with your manager over the next 30 days to share your learnings and next steps together.

Introduction: Start Your Connecting Up Journey Here

How do you do more work that’s really interesting and important to you? Why is the relationship with your manager so important in getting there? This Introduction video will answer these question and more. Start here to learn how to make the most of this video series.

Series 1: On-Purpose Meetings - Leverage 1:1 Time with Your Manager

Video 1 - The Mindset Transformation: From Direct Report to Key Partner

Unlock the full potential of your 1:1s by shifting your mindset. This video guides you through five crucial steps to transition from being a direct report to becoming an indispensable key partner for your leader.

Video 2 - The On Purpose 1:1 - 4 Proven Habits for Impactful Meetings

Build four proven habits to bring more credibility and influence to your meetings. Discover actionable strategies to transform your 1:1s from routine check-ins to consistent career-building conversations.

Series 2: Build the Bridge - Strengthen the Partnership with your Manager

Video 1 - No One’s Perfect - Building Better Bonds with your Manager

In today’s digital world, empathy is being recognized as a 21st Century super-power. Learn how understanding and compassion can bridge gaps and forge a stronger more connected relationship with your manager.

Video 2 - Read the Room - Mastering the Art of Timing with your Leader

Master the art of timing and build rapport amidst chaos. This video offers practical tips to read your leader's cues and tailor your communication for more effective interactions.

Video 3: The 100% Rule - A New Approach to Workplace Relationships

Challenge the conventional 50/50 partnership. Embrace 100% ownership in your work relationships to foster collaboration and propel your career forward with a united team spirit.

Series 3: Authenticity - The Power of Being Yourself at Work  

Video 1: Getting Real About Your Challenges - A Key to Trust and Connection  

Can you be vulnerable at work? Learn how sharing your more of yourself (challenges and all) can build trust, create stronger connections, and lead to collective success.

Video 2: Overcome Workplace Fear - 3 Ideas for Success

Overcome professional fear with three key ideas that will empower you to transform apprehension into opportunities for growth and excellence.

Video 3: Am I Oversharing? How to Balance Transparency with Professionalism

Navigate the fine line between sharing and oversharing. Equip yourself with tips to gauge when to open up, fostering genuine connections without compromising professional boundaries.

Series 4: Professional Presence - How to Stand Out with your Manager

Speak Up, Step Up! 6 Ways to Voice Your Needs at Work

Elevate your professional dialogue with six key strategies to effectively voice your needs. This video teaches you how to convey your work requirements with clarity and navigate negotiations with your leader.

Feedback is Fuel - Accelerate Your Growth at Work

Transform feedback from a source of anxiety to a catalyst for growth. Discover how to actively seek, process, and utilize constructive criticism to accelerate your career development.