TLDR Web Dev · OPINIONS & ADVICE

THE SKILL THAT GETS YOU FIRED OR PROMOTED: MANAGING UP

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Summary from the TLDR Web Dev newsletter

Managing up is the skill of influencing people who are more senior to you, such as your direct manager. Failing to deliver on promises and deadlines can lead to a lack of trust from your manager and potentially getting fired. To manage up effectively, it’s important to set realistic expectations, prioritize important promises, and communicate openly with peers.