Running into a situation where a direct manager does not share information needed for me to do my job and undermines my credibility as a project manager. I’ve elevated it to senior leadership (who I have a good relationship with) and they’re aware of the situation. It continues to happen and I don’t want to continue to “cry wolf” to senior leadership. Any tips on how to get this person to share information better?

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OP if you have brought this to your direct manager and nothing has improved it’s either one of two things – it’s either their managing you out or the second choices your boss is just a j*RĶ!

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Have you tried sitting down and having that same conversation with your direct manager? It is possible they don't even realize they are doing it. Sometimes a meeting where you are very direct can help.

Should have included the context this isn’t the first time this has happened. I’ve had that direct conversation both times walking out feeling like the “bad guy” for asking to get info to do my job effectively. So far the escalation has helped improve the comms but I’m hesitant to say it fixed the problem.

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