2-Minute Tips to Manage Up and Influence Leaders
2-Minute Tips to Manage Up and Influence Leaders
What you’ll learn
Skills you’ll gain
Leadership isn't just about authority—it's about influence. In this course, Jacob Warwick shares how to communicate with confidence, manage expectations, and gain leadership buy-in. Learn to frame your ideas in ways that resonate with decision-makers, handle feedback like a pro, and showcase your contributions without sounding self-promotional. After this course, you'll be ready to navigate leadership dynamics and make a lasting impact—no title required.
Syllabus
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Speak the language of executives Executives think in outcomes, not tasks. 1m
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Handle tough feedback with confidence Feedback can make or break your career trajectory. 1m
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Highlight your work without bragging Hard work doesn't speak for itself—you have to position it strategically. 1m
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Turn leaders into your advocates Sponsorship is more powerful than mentorship. 1m
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Get leaders to listen and engage The best ideas fail if they aren't heard. 1m
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Manage up effectively without overstepping You want to be proactive—not pushy. 1m
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Communicate confidently in any situation Hesitation kills influence. 1m
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Demonstrate executive presence in virtual meetings Remote work has changed leadership dynamics. 1m
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Read the room and identify key players Success isn't just about what you know—it’s about who you understand. 2m
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Push back on leadership without burning bridges Disagreeing with leadership is tricky—but necessary. 1m
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Position yourself as a trusted leader Thanks for watching! 1m
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Awarded upon successful completion of the course.
Instructor
Jacob Warwick
Jacob is an executive career and compensation advisor to the C-suite and negotiation authority who has engineered over $500M in compensation gains for senior executives. As CEO of ThinkWarwick Global, he combines behavioral psychology with strategic negotiation to transform executive careers. His real-time counsel has guided 100+ executives to seven-figure earnings. Signature achievements include securing a $13.4M milestone package, adding a $1.6M annual increase for a VP, and creating $10M+ in pension value through complex negotiations. With an audience of 30,000+ senior leaders across industries, Jacob delivers tactical expertise when decisions have multi-million dollar implications.
Jacob Warwick
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How GoSkills helped Chris
I got the promotion largely because of the skills I could develop, thanks to the GoSkills courses I took. I set aside at least 30 minutes daily to invest in myself and my professional growth. Seeing how much this has helped me become a more efficient employee is a big motivation.
