Managing Up Assessment

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YOUR MANAGER PROFILE

ACHIEVER

High Caring / High Competence

What this means:

Here is how to best interact with this type of manager:

Take ownership: Don’t wait to be told what to do. Bring them solutions, not just problems, so they know they can trust you to get the job done.
Speak up about your goals: Tell them where you want to grow. They actually care and have the skills to help you get there.
Keep updates quick: Give them short, clear check-ins. Don’t waste their time with unnecessary fluff.

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YOUR MANAGER PROFILE

PEOPLE-FOCUSED

High Caring / Low Competence

What this means:

Here is how to best interact with this type of manager:

Help them with the details: They care about you, but they might not know how to do the actual work. Fill in the technical gaps so they don’t make bad calls.
Use them for backup: They are great with people. Use their help when you need extra tools, budget, or help dealing with other teams.
Give easy options: When you need a decision, give them two or three clear choices and tell them which one you recommend.

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YOUR MANAGER PROFILE

PRIDEFUL

Low Caring / High Competence

What this means:

Here is how to best interact with this type of manager:

Stick to the facts: They care about results, not feelings. Show up with numbers, proof, and clear facts when asking for something.
Don’t take bluntness personally: They know their stuff, but their communication can be harsh. Focus on the useful advice in what they say, not how they say it.
Build support elsewhere: Get your work done well, but look to other coworkers or mentors when you need encouragement or career support.

Your results and recommendations will be emailed to you after you submit below. You’ll have a copy you can reference as you communicate, collaborate, and work with your manager.

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YOUR MANAGER PROFILE

DETACHED

Low Caring / Low Competence

What this means:

Here is how to best interact with this type of manager:

Put everything in writing: Send quick follow-up texts or emails confirming what was agreed on so you have proof if things go sideways.
Find other people to learn from: Don’t rely on them for help. Find experienced coworkers on other teams who can actually teach you.
Make sure others see your work: Make sure higher-ups and other teams know what you’re accomplishing so your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.

Your results and recommendations will be emailed to you after you submit below. You’ll have a copy you can reference as you communicate, collaborate, and work with your manager.

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Manager Profile Result

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Lead Status

New Lead

Follow-Up / Contacted

Appointment Scheduled

Converted / Client

Closed / Not Moving Forward