About this episode

Melody Wilding shares strategies for building influence at work and advancing in one's career.

Award-winning executive coach and bestselling author of Managing Up, Melody Wilding, joins Howie Chan to unpack influence in the workplace - especially when you don’t hold the power. Known for her work with “sensitive strivers,” Melody reveals how high performers can stop overthinking, set boundaries, and communicate strategically to gain respect, visibility, and career momentum. She introduces her STRIVE framework, helping listeners identify their own behavioral patterns and unlock their ability to lead, persuade, and navigate complex workplace dynamics. You’ll learn how to adapt your communication style to different personalities, why “managing up” is actually about taking control of your own career, and how to build influence without sacrificing authenticity. What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something? This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.) → https://www.influencestylequiz.com/ Join 500+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is. Chapters: 00:00:00 The Psychology of Emotional Spirals 00:10:08 The STRIVE Framework…

People in this episode

Host: Howie Chan

Guest: Melody Wilding

Topics covered

• influence
• workplace dynamics
• communication styles
• career growth
• leadership

Keywords

• influence
• career strategies
• communication
• leadership
• STRIVE framework

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Behavioring Company

Books & works: Managing Up

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