How Much Do You Manage UP?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  1. In meetings, I always speak up.

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    Always
• 2.
  2. I only need to say things once to be understood in meetings.

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• 3.
  3. I am comfortable expressing a differing view to my manager.

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    Never
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    Always
• 4.
  4. I only speak up when I'm 100% right.

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    Never
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    Always
• 5.
  5. I handle impromptu questions in meetings easily.

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    Never
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    Always
• 6.
  6. When I speak, I feel confident about what I have to say.

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    Never
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    Absolutely
• 7.
  7. I fight fair: I am able to have constructive conflict without it turning personal.

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    Never
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    Always
• 8.
  8. I enjoy presenting ideas or proposals to decision makers.

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    Never
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    Always
• 9.
  9. I keep my emotions in check when discussing difficult or contentious issues.

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    Never
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    Always
• 10.
  10. I know how my manager likes to communicate with me.

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    Not at all
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    Absolutely
• 11.
  11. I know my core values.

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    Not at all
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• 12.
  12. I am confident in my abilities.

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    Not at all
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• 13.
  13. I understand my strengths.

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    Not at all
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    Absolutely
• 14.
  14. I just get on with what I need to do, I don't compare myself to others.

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    Never ( I do compare)
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    Always (I don't compare)
• 15.
  15. People seek me out for advice.

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    Never
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    Always
• 16.
  16. I make time to work on my professional development.

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    Never
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    Always
• 17.
  17. I am confident sharing my wins and successes.

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    Never
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    Always
• 18.
  19. I actively find ways to improve relationships with difficult managers/bosses.

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    Never
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    Always
• 19.
  20. I bounce back quickly when I make mistakes.

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    Never
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    Always
• 20.
  21. I have a strong network of experts around me who I can go to when I need support.

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    Never
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    Always
• 21.
  22. People ask to connect with me.

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    Never
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    Always
• 22.
  23. I keep my CV or LinkedIn profile up to date with my achievements.

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    Never
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    Always
• 23.
  24. I regularly attend industry networking events.

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    Never
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    Always
• 24.
  25. I know most of the people in my organisation.

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    Not at all
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    Absolutely 
• 25.
  26. I am seen as an expert by my peers and my manager.

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    Not at all
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    Absolutely 
• 26.
  27. I'm chosen or selected for projects I want to work on.

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    Never
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    Always
• 27.
  28. I actively seek mentoring.

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    Never
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    Always
• 28.
  29. I am approchable.

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    Absolutely
• 29.
  30. I understand the politics of my organisation.

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    Absolutely

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Anonymous

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  Your score indicates that you might keep yourself so busy you don't take much notice of what's going on around you, or managing up hasn't been a priority for you, or on your radar, until now. At this level you may feel too busy or can't see the value in networking across your organisation or industry. At this level you may take your strengths and skills for granted or feel unclear about your strengths. Some people at this level may feel as though their role has some discord with their abilities, strengths or values. At this level, making yourself heard during meetings may not be seen as important or you may not feel you need to speak up unless you absolutely have to, or your particular expertise is required. You might, at times, ... - feel ignored, hence invisible. - feel like you don't fit in. - feel your values are unclear or aren't aligned with where you want to be in your career. At this level some people say: "I don't have the confidence to speak up in meetings." "I hate it when I'm called on to speak during meetings." "I hate going to networking events on my own." "I only go to networking events when I can go with work friends." "I wish I had more confidence in my role/amongst my peers/with my manager." "I'm good at what I do and sometimes think I am passed over for projects, more responsiblities or opportunities." Staying at this level can feel safe, if no one sees you, no one will highlight or call on you. There is nothing wrong with staying here so long as it is your choice. If you want to be more confident, be seen as an expert: sociable, reputable and knowledgeable, then your new mantra may need to be: no risk leads to no reward! The risk of staying here is that you will miss many opportunities. Having clarity about your values, skills and strengths, while also learning how to speak up, connect with others and be seen will soon see more opportunities coming your way. You could start with: Visibility: During the next few weeks, pay attention to how people behave in meetings: look for the big and little ways they make themselves more visible. It's not about copying them but learning through observation. Voice: Reach out to a friend or trusted work colleague and ask them what networking they do and if you could accompany them the next time they attend a networking event (this could be face to face or online). Value: Reflect and write down your values. Sometimes life gets so busy that you can lose sight of what your values are and reflect on how they are showing up in your world. If you're stuck you can see a non-exhausted list of values here. If you want to discuss how to make these options happen, let's have a quick call, click the button below to find a suitable time for you.
• 2.
  Automated

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  Your score indicates that you might keep yourself so busy you don't take much notice of what's going on around you or managing up hasn't been a priority for you. At this level, you may find your work quite transactional; there's work to get on with and so you get on with it. At this level you may feel that others don't appreciate or see what you contribute. You may think that your actions should speak for themselves. At this level, making yourself heard during meetings is not an issue, but you may avoid providing contrary views. You speak up when you see your expertise is required, otherwise you may feel like many meetings are a waste of time. You might, at times,...- feel under-valued.- feel like you're too busy to be social.- feel overlooked for opportunities that would have been perfect for you. At this level some people say: "I wish I had spoken up for that project.""I don't like bragging about myself, surely my work quality speaks for me.""I only go to networking events when the speaker or topic is relevant to my current project or work." Staying at this level can feel transactional, almost automated. You work hard and you may go along and would appreciate it if others saw your value. To be seen as an influencer: sociable, reputable and knowledgeable, then your new mantra may need to be: With courage comes opportunity. The risk of staying here is that you will miss many opportunities.Having clarity in your values, skills and strengths, while also learning how to speak up with confidence; and strengthen relationships and broaden your network, you'll be able to put yourself in the right place at the right time for the right opportunities. You could start with: Visibility: Take the time to ask your manager what, in their view, you can do to be considered for recognition, opportunities and promotions. Voice: Attend relevant industry and company events to strengthen and widen your networks and professional relationships, (not just listen to the speaker content). Value: Pay attention to those who seem to achieve promotions easily or are nominated for opportunities regularly: what do they say and how do they say it? If you want to discuss how to make these options happen, let's have a quick call, click the button below to find a suitable time for you.
• 3.
  Amiable

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  A score in this range indicates that you are seen as quite social and informed. You might have the pulse of what's going on. At this level, you no doubt know how to get work done and to maintain quite social relationships at work. At this level you may feel that others appreciate your quizzical nature to know what's going on. At this level, you're at ease speaking up at meetings and having discussions where differing views are put forward. You however may tend to be the peacemaker. At this level, you most likely enjoy networking events for the social aspect (and great snacks)! You might, at times, ... - feel as though others see you as the team social coordinator.- feel like you are not taken seriously.- feel overlooked for opportunities that would have been perfect for you. At this level some people say:"I wish others would give me more responsibility other than organising the monthly birthday cake.""I have over 500 connections on LinkedIn but only know a few of them.""I go to as many networking events as I can but I feel I don't have any further connection." Staying at this level can feel enjoyable, can often make work feel like fun. You are seen as social and to be seen as an influencer: sociable, reputable and knowledgable, then your new mantra may need to be: Their happiness is their responsibility. My success is my responsibility. The risk of staying here is that you will miss many opportunities because you may not been seen as 'not quite ready' or even 'not serious enough'. Having clarity in your values, skills and strengths; learning how to speak up with insight in your work and put forward serious suggestions; and strengthen relationships and broaden your network with key influencers, you'll be able to put yourself in the right place at the right time, to be seen as the right person for the right opportunities. You could start with: Visibility: Follow up with the people you meet at networking events. Take time to learn more about them and how you can mutually support each other. Voice: Pay attention to those who seem to catch the ear of decision makers: what do they talk about, how do they share their insights, when do they speak up? Value: Invite others to participate in leading the social functions. Consider stepping back a little so that others can see you are more than the social organiser of the team. If you want to discuss how to make these options happen, let's have a quick call, click the button below to find a suitable time for you.
• 4.
  Advanced

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  A score in this range indicates that you are seen as quite insightful. You are generally people go to when they can't get hold of the boss. At this level, you know how to get the work done and can often see opportunities before others. At this level, your quality relationships with the people around you ensure you can provide insights into what work needs to be done and when. At this level, you're at ease speaking up at meetings, making suggestions, asking for the safe opportunities, and having discussions where differing views are put forward. At this level, you most likely have a strong, reliable network to rely on for advice, support and guidance. You might, at times, ... - feel like the go to person. - feel as though you have great workplace relationships and are seen as a valued worker but still miss out on coveted opportunities. - feel like you are at a transformational point in your career ready for the next step. At this level some people say: "I like that my manager seeks my opinion." "I have a solid group of work colleagues, industry peers and networks I can rely on for guidance and support but they are not in influential positions to sponsor or advocate for me for opportunities or more responsibility." "I'm okay with pushing back on requests, or having a debate with my manager." Staying at this level can feel empowering. You are seen as insightful and to be seen as an influencer: sociable, reputable and knowledgeable, then your new mantra may need to be: It's time to play a bigger game. The risk of staying here is that you will miss opportunities that will positively stretch you and take your career to the next level. Others may see you as critical to the current status quo, so if you want to step it up you would benefit from reviewing your values, skills and strengths, aligning them to where you want to go more than where you are now. Look to broaden your network to include more senior, influential leaders. You could start with: Visibility: Engage a mentor who can advocate for you. Voice: Follow up with the people you meet at networking events. Take time to learn more about them and how you can mutually support each other. Value: Take time to discuss high level opportunities with your manager: what you might need to develop, who you might need to meet with, how you might step up more, even to act in the manager's role while they are on leave. If you want to discuss how to make these options happen, let's have a quick call, click the button below to find a suitable time for you.
• 5.
  Amplified

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  Congratulations, you're an influencer. You have the right balance of visibility, voice and value. Your reputation proceeds you. At this level, your quality relationships along with your expert knowledge help demonstrate how much of an influencer you are. You clearly are aligned with your values. At this level, you often are seen as the voice of reason and results. At this level, you are a strategic networker and feel comfortable at any event. At this level, you can think on your feet, present with confidence, and are comfortable disagreeing when necessary. At this level some people say: "I'm right where I am supposed to be." "I have a solid group of work colleagues, industry peers and networks I can rely on for guidance and support and they challenge me, refer and recommend me." You are seen as an influencer: sociable, reputable and knowledgeable. That being said you might like to consider a new mantra: Next level ready! You've no doubt worked hard to amplify your visibility, voice and value, it's important to not take your hands off the wheel. You could start with: Visibility: Engage an executive coach who can help you create your next level ready action plan. Voice: Look for opportunities which will help raise your profile; e.g. being a chairman of an industry board or committee. Value: Take some time to review your professional development: leaders are lifelong learners, make sure you continue your learning journey. If you want to discuss how to make these options happen, let's have a quick call, click the button below to find a suitable time for you.