Managing Up

Cited from "Managing your manager" from Lynda.com

1. Learn the boss's communication preferences. The more you communicate, in a mannor that align with their natural preference, the better they will hear and process everything you are trying to say.
2. Be clear about boss's expectations for one's own performance. Don't assume you are on the same page. Have the needed conversations to ensure you're both in agreement about exactly what is expected. Touch base at least once or twice each week.
3. Strive to understand your boss's goals too.
4. Perform above average.
5. Sending long term signals about one's own goals and desires. Be your best advocate. Gentally work the long term goals into conversations at the appropriate times, maybe once every few months.