EPISODE · Sep 30, 2025 · 5 MIN
[TIPS] Managing Up: Communication, Visibility & Proposals
from Simply Trade · host Global Training Center
Hosts: Renee Chuichiarelli & Julie Parks Published: [Insert publish date here] Length: ~5 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center In this episode of the Career mini-series, Hammer & Heels (Renee & Julie) dig into the art of managing up — giving trade professionals practical strategies to strengthen relationships with senior leadership and gain visibility within their organizations. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Communication is Key – Learn your leader’s communication style. Do they want a three-word answer, a PowerPoint deck, or a bulleted summary? Adapting your style to theirs is critical. Gain Visibility – From joining task forces and delivering presentations to starting a customs council, visibility is about showing up, taking risks, and getting into the boardroom. Make Strategic Proposals – Frame your big ideas with the triangle of scope, money, and time. Balance priorities, gain stakeholder support, and don’t be afraid to push forward proposals you’ve been sitting on. Julie’s FIO (Figure It Out) 👉 This week’s action item: Roll your chair back and ask: What’s the one thing you’ve always wanted to change in your trade function? Use the tools of communication, visibility, and strategic proposals to move it forward. Keep the Conversation Going Join the Trade Geeks Community at Global Training Center and tell Renee & Julie: What’s your go-to strategy for managing up? How have you gained visibility in your organization? What’s one proposal you’re ready to dust off and reintroduce? Credits Hosts: Renee Chiuchiarelli – LinkedIn Julie Parks – LinkedIn Producer: Lalo Solorzano – LinkedIn Subscribe & Follow 🎙️ New TIPS episodes every Tuesday. Presented by: Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals. Connect with Us Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn Global Training Center on LinkedIn YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts Trade Geeks Community 💬 Don’t forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! 🎧 Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions? 📩 Email us at [email protected] 🐦 DM us on Twitter/X @SimplyTradePod
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Hosts: Renee Chuichiarelli & Julie ParksPublished: [Insert publish date here]Length: ~5 minutesPresented by: Global Training Center In this episode of the Career mini-series, Hammer & Heels (Renee & Julie) dig into the art of managing up — giving trade professionals practical strategies to strengthen relationships with senior leadership and gain visibility within their organizations. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Communication is Key – Learn your leader’s communication style. Do they want a three-word answer, a PowerPoint deck, or a bulleted summary? Adapting your style to theirs is critical. Gain Visibility – From joining task forces and delivering presentations to starting a customs council, visibility is about showing up, taking risks, and getting into the boardroom. Make Strategic Proposals – Frame your big ideas with the triangle of scope, money, and time. Balance priorities, gain stakeholder support, and don’t be afraid to push forward proposals you’ve been sitting on. Julie’s FIO (Figure It Out) 👉 This week’s action item: Roll your chair back and ask: What’s the one thing you’ve always wanted to change in your trade function? Use the tools of communication, visibility, and strategic proposals to move it forward. Keep the Conversation Going Join the Trade Geeks Community at Global Training Center and tell Renee & Julie: What’s your go-to strategy for managing up? How have you gained visibility in your organization? What’s one proposal you’re ready to dust off and reintroduce? Credits Hosts:Renee Chiuchiarelli – LinkedInJulie Parks – LinkedIn Producer:Lalo Solorzano – LinkedIn Subscribe & Follow 🎙️ New TIPS episodes every Tuesday. Presented by: Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals. Connect with Us Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn Global Training Center on LinkedIn YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts Trade Geeks Community 💬 Don’t forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks! 🎧 Want to be on the show or have topic suggestions?📩 Email us at [email protected]🐦 DM us on Twitter/X @SimplyTradePod
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[TIPS] Managing Up: Communication, Visibility & Proposals
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