In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with leadership expert Daria Rudnik to tackle one of the biggest challenges in the workplace: managing up. If you’ve ever struggled to build a strong relationship with your boss—especially one who’s different from you—this conversation is packed with insights just for you!

Daria shares practical strategies for building trust, aligning with your manager’s goals, and creating influence without having to be the loudest in the room. Whether you’re navigating a challenging boss or simply looking to strengthen your current manager relationship, Daria’s tips on managing up will give you the confidence to take charge of this critical dynamic.

Tune in to learn:

Why managing up matters for your career growth

• How to build trust with your boss—even if they’re tough to connect with
• Simple ways to clarify expectations and add value without overstepping
• Daria’s personal story on handling a difficult manager and how it shaped her approach to leadership

This episode is all about empowering you to improve your workplace relationships and thrive in your career. Don’t miss it—and be sure to share with anyone who could benefit from Daria’s amazing advice!

About Daria:

Ex-Deloitte, former Chief People Officer for Tech and Telecom companies with 15+ years of international executive experience. Team and Leadership coach specializing in leadership development and team effectiveness for remote and hybrid teams. Board member for the World Ethics Organization and Founder of an EdTech Startup Aidra.AI

Follow Daria on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariarudnik/

Visit her website: https://aidra.ai/