Trying to impress your boss can be a delicate balancing act- on one hand, you want to demonstrate your value and stand out from the crowd. On the other hand, you don't want to overstep your bounds and end up on the unemployment line. To help you navigate this tricky tightrope, Erin and Nicole share five mistakes to avoid when working with executives. < You May Also Like: 162: 10 Power Questions to Crush Your Interview 148: 3 Surprising Interview Tips to Land the Job You Want 129: 3 Tips to Stand Out in Your Next Executive Meeting 119: 3 Hacks For Asking Powerful Questions That Put You in the Pole Position 133: Avoid Performance Discussion Pitfalls with This One Strategy If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration! Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole) Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)" Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice Work with Us Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences. Tweetable Comments "A little less coke, a little more passive aggression." "Fuxability: I don't give any fucks and I'm really flexible about it." "Let's review all the mistakes that I've ever made in my life." "It's so much better when people lay out expectations because now you know what the on-ramp and off-ramp of the conversation is." "Go sit at the freakin' table." "This is the time to go be hungry."