One theme I keep hearing in my coaching sessions lately stands out: the hesitation around skip-level manager meetings. Senior leaders WANT to hear from passionate team members.
One theme I keep hearing in my coaching sessions lately stands out: the hesitation around skip-level manager meetings.
Many people are hesitant about reaching out to their skip-level manager, worried it might seem too forward but here's the truth: Senior leaders WANT to hear from passionate team members who are focused on driving business results. They're not just there to give personal feedback - they want to know how you're thinking about moving the needle for the company.
The magic happens when you shift from "How am I doing?" to "Here's what I'm seeing and here's how we could drive even better results." This is what separates future leaders from the pack. Remember your manager and their manager were once in your shoes, and they respect initiative takers who think beyond their role.
My Tip: Next time you meet with senior leadership, lead with business impact, not personal development. Your growth will naturally follow.
I'm curious to hear of any "growth unlocks" you all have discovered by getting over the fear of having meetings with senior leaders and just leaning in. Please share!