How to Get What You Want

When Your Boss Pulls Away, Is It You or Them?

Episode 170

One day you’re having regular one-on-ones with your boss, and the next? Silence. Fewer meetings. Less context. No feedback. It’s easy to assume it’s personal, but is it?

In this episode, I’m talking about what’s really going on when a leader suddenly gets quiet and how to manage up without spiraling into insecurity. If you’ve ever felt like your boss’s behavior changed overnight, this conversation will help you step back, zoom out, and approach the situation with clarity and confidence.

You’ll walk away with a practical way to shift the dynamic and protect your momentum, even when your boss is overwhelmed and unavailable.

In this episode, I’ll cover:

  • How to shift from self-doubt to strategy when your boss changes behavior
  • What to say (and not say) when reconnecting with a checked-out leader
  • Ways to support your boss while still getting what you need

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