The art of successfully managing up

Mastering the art of managing up can help you to effectively navigate your career. Understanding the goals, preferences, and communication styles of your leaders will enable you to be proactive in offering solutions, demonstrating reliability, and help to align their goals with organisational objectives. This type of knowledge builds trust and helps to foster strong relationships. Effectively managing up not only enhances personal growth but also contributes to the overall success of the team.

• Communicate clearly and concisely with your manager
• Gain insights into what your manager values
• Demonstrate initiative and reliability
• Build trust and mutual respect

Presented by:

Phil Helmn MG

Programme Leader – Agronomy / Leadership & Management Bernhard Academy

Phil joined the Bernhard Academy in April 2024. With more than 35 years of experience in the turf management industry, he has worked for some of the biggest names in the business. Managing teams and golf courses including course construction, multiple golf courses and sites with turf grass surfaces including airfields and racecourses.

Phil is a Master Greenkeeper, one of only a few worldwide. He diversified his skills becoming an experienced trainer and author, supporting the leadership and management development of others within the industry. He is a regular speaker at BIGGA’s annual Continue to Learn education programme and the GCSAA’s Conference in the USA. He has been involved with many industry initiatives. His book, ‘The Power of People’ is recognised as a valuable guide to leading the modern-day team.