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I am trying to find out how to ask a manager about request I made to him a few days ago, and he said he would find out in x days, but x days has passed. He usually doesn't respond unless you ask him again and again.
As an example, asking him about buying a training course subscription for which he needs to get approval from CEO.
I normally start it by saying,
"Heya, Just thinking if you get a chance to ask CEO about...."
How do I remind him effectively?
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I am trying to find out how to ask a manager about request I made to him a few days ago, and he said he would find out in x days, but x days has passed. He usually doesn't respond unless you ask him again and again.
As an example, asking him about buying a training course subscription for which he needs to get approval from CEO.
I normally start it by saying,
"Heya, Just thinking if you get a chance to ask CEO about...."
How do I remind him effectively?
professionalism management
edited Jun 30 '14 at 19:16
Jan Doggen
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asked Jun 30 '14 at 13:49
NULL
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I'm confused. You sort of seem to have answered your own question here?
– yochannah
Jun 30 '14 at 14:42
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I am trying to find out how to ask a manager about request I made to him a few days ago, and he said he would find out in x days, but x days has passed. He usually doesn't respond unless you ask him again and again.
As an example, asking him about buying a training course subscription for which he needs to get approval from CEO.
I normally start it by saying,
"Heya, Just thinking if you get a chance to ask CEO about...."
How do I remind him effectively?
professionalism management
edited Jun 30 '14 at 19:16
Jan Doggen
11.5k145066
asked Jun 30 '14 at 13:49
NULL
2,65331125
I am trying to find out how to ask a manager about request I made to him a few days ago, and he said he would find out in x days, but x days has passed. He usually doesn't respond unless you ask him again and again.
As an example, asking him about buying a training course subscription for which he needs to get approval from CEO.
I normally start it by saying,
"Heya, Just thinking if you get a chance to ask CEO about...."
How do I remind him effectively?
professionalism management
edited Jun 30 '14 at 19:16
Jan Doggen
11.5k145066
asked Jun 30 '14 at 13:49
NULL
2,65331125
edited Jun 30 '14 at 19:16
Jan Doggen
11.5k145066
edited Jun 30 '14 at 19:16
Jan Doggen
11.5k145066
edited Jun 30 '14 at 19:16
Jan Doggen
11.5k145066
11.5k145066
asked Jun 30 '14 at 13:49
NULL
2,65331125
asked Jun 30 '14 at 13:49
NULL
2,65331125
asked Jun 30 '14 at 13:49
NULL
2,65331125
2,65331125
2
I'm confused. You sort of seem to have answered your own question here?
– yochannah
Jun 30 '14 at 14:42
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I'm confused. You sort of seem to have answered your own question here?
– yochannah
Jun 30 '14 at 14:42
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I'm confused. You sort of seem to have answered your own question here?
– yochannah
Jun 30 '14 at 14:42
I'm confused. You sort of seem to have answered your own question here?
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Jun 30 '14 at 14:42
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I don't consider chasing to be bad etiquette after a reasonable length of time. Where they've given [x] days, I always wait until [x]+1 and then I'll simply send an e-mail with
Hi Boss,
I just wondered if you'd had a chance to speak to John about the XYZ
Training subscription?
Cheers, Dan
I don't think it needs any fluff - simply give them something they can scan read and respond to as appropriate. Or, simply ask the same in person.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 13:56
Dan
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Assume your boss is busy and many more things that are higher in priority than your request. Just say, "I know you're busy, but I wanted to follow-up on my previous request..."
You know you have to ask again, so this shouldn't be a surprise. The amount of time he indicated it would take has expired, so you're not being pushy or unreasonable in your inquiry on the status of the request.
Most good bosses understand their limitations and let people know that unless they make follow-up requests, it could fall behind/get forgotten. Have a conversation with your boss and find out how he wants you to proceed. He may want you to remind him a few days before he said it would be done; otherwise, it is guaranteed to get delayed.
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You're doing a follow-up and a nudge. Nothing more. It's not a big deal, it's not complicated, don't overthink it. Be direct and to the point:
"Has the CEO approved the payment for the course subscription?"
If the manager has not followed up, then put on the (gentle but firm) pressure:
"Can you tell when you'll ask the CEO? Because if the CEO approves, the sooner the CEO approves, the sooner I can get on with this course"
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:42
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I would be a little more sensitive...
Hey boss,
I asked you about topic X last week and you said the next step was for you to talk to the CEO, any updates?
answered Jun 30 '14 at 14:44
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Your manager is busy. All managers are. You are not the only person they are responsible for.
One of your jobs is to make life as easy for your boss as possible. Happy boss = happy you :-)
So, you need to understand how your boss works and what will motivate him and keep him happy.
You could just send him an email. But I bet he gets hundreds and will find it very easy to ignore.
Consider the following...
- Can you send a meeting invite? Just 15 minutes to discuss the training course. Seeing it in his diary may motivate him.
- Are you able take responsibility yourself? Offer to write up the business-plan and associated documentation so he has something concrete to present to his boss?
- Is it possible for you to ask his PA / Assistant? Rather than bother him directly, find out if they know anything.
- Finally, what are the consequences of bypassing him and going direct to the CEO / HR? Is he going to think you're an enterprising go-getter? Or will he think you're trying to subvert him?
Remember, reduce the pressure on your boss - that's the best way to get something out of him.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:12
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5 Answers
5
active
oldest
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5 Answers
5
active
oldest
votes
active
oldest
votes
active
oldest
votes
up vote
4
down vote
accepted
I don't consider chasing to be bad etiquette after a reasonable length of time. Where they've given [x] days, I always wait until [x]+1 and then I'll simply send an e-mail with
Hi Boss,
I just wondered if you'd had a chance to speak to John about the XYZ
Training subscription?
Cheers, Dan
I don't think it needs any fluff - simply give them something they can scan read and respond to as appropriate. Or, simply ask the same in person.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 13:56
Dan
8,74133636
add a comment |Â
up vote
4
down vote
accepted
I don't consider chasing to be bad etiquette after a reasonable length of time. Where they've given [x] days, I always wait until [x]+1 and then I'll simply send an e-mail with
Hi Boss,
I just wondered if you'd had a chance to speak to John about the XYZ
Training subscription?
Cheers, Dan
I don't think it needs any fluff - simply give them something they can scan read and respond to as appropriate. Or, simply ask the same in person.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 13:56
Dan
8,74133636
add a comment |Â
up vote
4
down vote
accepted
up vote
4
down vote
accepted
I don't consider chasing to be bad etiquette after a reasonable length of time. Where they've given [x] days, I always wait until [x]+1 and then I'll simply send an e-mail with
Hi Boss,
I just wondered if you'd had a chance to speak to John about the XYZ
Training subscription?
Cheers, Dan
I don't think it needs any fluff - simply give them something they can scan read and respond to as appropriate. Or, simply ask the same in person.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 13:56
Dan
8,74133636
I don't consider chasing to be bad etiquette after a reasonable length of time. Where they've given [x] days, I always wait until [x]+1 and then I'll simply send an e-mail with
Hi Boss,
I just wondered if you'd had a chance to speak to John about the XYZ
Training subscription?
Cheers, Dan
I don't think it needs any fluff - simply give them something they can scan read and respond to as appropriate. Or, simply ask the same in person.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 13:56
Dan
8,74133636
answered Jun 30 '14 at 13:56
Dan
8,74133636
answered Jun 30 '14 at 13:56
Dan
8,74133636
answered Jun 30 '14 at 13:56
Dan
8,74133636
8,74133636
add a comment |Â
add a comment |Â
up vote
3
down vote
Assume your boss is busy and many more things that are higher in priority than your request. Just say, "I know you're busy, but I wanted to follow-up on my previous request..."
You know you have to ask again, so this shouldn't be a surprise. The amount of time he indicated it would take has expired, so you're not being pushy or unreasonable in your inquiry on the status of the request.
Most good bosses understand their limitations and let people know that unless they make follow-up requests, it could fall behind/get forgotten. Have a conversation with your boss and find out how he wants you to proceed. He may want you to remind him a few days before he said it would be done; otherwise, it is guaranteed to get delayed.
add a comment |Â
up vote
3
down vote
Assume your boss is busy and many more things that are higher in priority than your request. Just say, "I know you're busy, but I wanted to follow-up on my previous request..."
You know you have to ask again, so this shouldn't be a surprise. The amount of time he indicated it would take has expired, so you're not being pushy or unreasonable in your inquiry on the status of the request.
Most good bosses understand their limitations and let people know that unless they make follow-up requests, it could fall behind/get forgotten. Have a conversation with your boss and find out how he wants you to proceed. He may want you to remind him a few days before he said it would be done; otherwise, it is guaranteed to get delayed.
add a comment |Â
up vote
3
down vote
up vote
3
down vote
Assume your boss is busy and many more things that are higher in priority than your request. Just say, "I know you're busy, but I wanted to follow-up on my previous request..."
You know you have to ask again, so this shouldn't be a surprise. The amount of time he indicated it would take has expired, so you're not being pushy or unreasonable in your inquiry on the status of the request.
Most good bosses understand their limitations and let people know that unless they make follow-up requests, it could fall behind/get forgotten. Have a conversation with your boss and find out how he wants you to proceed. He may want you to remind him a few days before he said it would be done; otherwise, it is guaranteed to get delayed.
Assume your boss is busy and many more things that are higher in priority than your request. Just say, "I know you're busy, but I wanted to follow-up on my previous request..."
You know you have to ask again, so this shouldn't be a surprise. The amount of time he indicated it would take has expired, so you're not being pushy or unreasonable in your inquiry on the status of the request.
Most good bosses understand their limitations and let people know that unless they make follow-up requests, it could fall behind/get forgotten. Have a conversation with your boss and find out how he wants you to proceed. He may want you to remind him a few days before he said it would be done; otherwise, it is guaranteed to get delayed.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 14:56
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up vote
3
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You're doing a follow-up and a nudge. Nothing more. It's not a big deal, it's not complicated, don't overthink it. Be direct and to the point:
"Has the CEO approved the payment for the course subscription?"
If the manager has not followed up, then put on the (gentle but firm) pressure:
"Can you tell when you'll ask the CEO? Because if the CEO approves, the sooner the CEO approves, the sooner I can get on with this course"
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:42
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
add a comment |Â
up vote
3
down vote
You're doing a follow-up and a nudge. Nothing more. It's not a big deal, it's not complicated, don't overthink it. Be direct and to the point:
"Has the CEO approved the payment for the course subscription?"
If the manager has not followed up, then put on the (gentle but firm) pressure:
"Can you tell when you'll ask the CEO? Because if the CEO approves, the sooner the CEO approves, the sooner I can get on with this course"
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:42
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
add a comment |Â
up vote
3
down vote
up vote
3
down vote
You're doing a follow-up and a nudge. Nothing more. It's not a big deal, it's not complicated, don't overthink it. Be direct and to the point:
"Has the CEO approved the payment for the course subscription?"
If the manager has not followed up, then put on the (gentle but firm) pressure:
"Can you tell when you'll ask the CEO? Because if the CEO approves, the sooner the CEO approves, the sooner I can get on with this course"
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:42
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
You're doing a follow-up and a nudge. Nothing more. It's not a big deal, it's not complicated, don't overthink it. Be direct and to the point:
"Has the CEO approved the payment for the course subscription?"
If the manager has not followed up, then put on the (gentle but firm) pressure:
"Can you tell when you'll ask the CEO? Because if the CEO approves, the sooner the CEO approves, the sooner I can get on with this course"
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:42
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
edited Jun 30 '14 at 17:17
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:42
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:42
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:42
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
68.9k7118254
add a comment |Â
add a comment |Â
up vote
0
down vote
I would be a little more sensitive...
Hey boss,
I asked you about topic X last week and you said the next step was for you to talk to the CEO, any updates?
answered Jun 30 '14 at 14:44
mhoran_psprep
40.3k463144
add a comment |Â
up vote
0
down vote
I would be a little more sensitive...
Hey boss,
I asked you about topic X last week and you said the next step was for you to talk to the CEO, any updates?
answered Jun 30 '14 at 14:44
mhoran_psprep
40.3k463144
add a comment |Â
up vote
0
down vote
up vote
0
down vote
I would be a little more sensitive...
Hey boss,
I asked you about topic X last week and you said the next step was for you to talk to the CEO, any updates?
answered Jun 30 '14 at 14:44
mhoran_psprep
40.3k463144
I would be a little more sensitive...
Hey boss,
I asked you about topic X last week and you said the next step was for you to talk to the CEO, any updates?
answered Jun 30 '14 at 14:44
mhoran_psprep
40.3k463144
answered Jun 30 '14 at 14:44
mhoran_psprep
40.3k463144
answered Jun 30 '14 at 14:44
mhoran_psprep
40.3k463144
answered Jun 30 '14 at 14:44
mhoran_psprep
40.3k463144
40.3k463144
add a comment |Â
add a comment |Â
up vote
0
down vote
Your manager is busy. All managers are. You are not the only person they are responsible for.
One of your jobs is to make life as easy for your boss as possible. Happy boss = happy you :-)
So, you need to understand how your boss works and what will motivate him and keep him happy.
You could just send him an email. But I bet he gets hundreds and will find it very easy to ignore.
Consider the following...
- Can you send a meeting invite? Just 15 minutes to discuss the training course. Seeing it in his diary may motivate him.
- Are you able take responsibility yourself? Offer to write up the business-plan and associated documentation so he has something concrete to present to his boss?
- Is it possible for you to ask his PA / Assistant? Rather than bother him directly, find out if they know anything.
- Finally, what are the consequences of bypassing him and going direct to the CEO / HR? Is he going to think you're an enterprising go-getter? Or will he think you're trying to subvert him?
Remember, reduce the pressure on your boss - that's the best way to get something out of him.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:12
Terence Eden
10.3k43350
add a comment |Â
up vote
0
down vote
Your manager is busy. All managers are. You are not the only person they are responsible for.
One of your jobs is to make life as easy for your boss as possible. Happy boss = happy you :-)
So, you need to understand how your boss works and what will motivate him and keep him happy.
You could just send him an email. But I bet he gets hundreds and will find it very easy to ignore.
Consider the following...
- Can you send a meeting invite? Just 15 minutes to discuss the training course. Seeing it in his diary may motivate him.
- Are you able take responsibility yourself? Offer to write up the business-plan and associated documentation so he has something concrete to present to his boss?
- Is it possible for you to ask his PA / Assistant? Rather than bother him directly, find out if they know anything.
- Finally, what are the consequences of bypassing him and going direct to the CEO / HR? Is he going to think you're an enterprising go-getter? Or will he think you're trying to subvert him?
Remember, reduce the pressure on your boss - that's the best way to get something out of him.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:12
Terence Eden
10.3k43350
add a comment |Â
up vote
0
down vote
up vote
0
down vote
Your manager is busy. All managers are. You are not the only person they are responsible for.
One of your jobs is to make life as easy for your boss as possible. Happy boss = happy you :-)
So, you need to understand how your boss works and what will motivate him and keep him happy.
You could just send him an email. But I bet he gets hundreds and will find it very easy to ignore.
Consider the following...
- Can you send a meeting invite? Just 15 minutes to discuss the training course. Seeing it in his diary may motivate him.
- Are you able take responsibility yourself? Offer to write up the business-plan and associated documentation so he has something concrete to present to his boss?
- Is it possible for you to ask his PA / Assistant? Rather than bother him directly, find out if they know anything.
- Finally, what are the consequences of bypassing him and going direct to the CEO / HR? Is he going to think you're an enterprising go-getter? Or will he think you're trying to subvert him?
Remember, reduce the pressure on your boss - that's the best way to get something out of him.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:12
Terence Eden
10.3k43350
Your manager is busy. All managers are. You are not the only person they are responsible for.
One of your jobs is to make life as easy for your boss as possible. Happy boss = happy you :-)
So, you need to understand how your boss works and what will motivate him and keep him happy.
You could just send him an email. But I bet he gets hundreds and will find it very easy to ignore.
Consider the following...
- Can you send a meeting invite? Just 15 minutes to discuss the training course. Seeing it in his diary may motivate him.
- Are you able take responsibility yourself? Offer to write up the business-plan and associated documentation so he has something concrete to present to his boss?
- Is it possible for you to ask his PA / Assistant? Rather than bother him directly, find out if they know anything.
- Finally, what are the consequences of bypassing him and going direct to the CEO / HR? Is he going to think you're an enterprising go-getter? Or will he think you're trying to subvert him?
Remember, reduce the pressure on your boss - that's the best way to get something out of him.
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:12
Terence Eden
10.3k43350
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:12
Terence Eden
10.3k43350
answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:12
Terence Eden
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answered Jun 30 '14 at 15:12
Terence Eden
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I'm confused. You sort of seem to have answered your own question here?
– yochannah
Jun 30 '14 at 14:42