The Upward Communicator™ Bundle

A structured, implementation-focused system that helps entry-level employees practice, reflect, and apply CAT to real workplace situations—so they can build presence, communicate upward, and position themselves for advancement.

Components:

• eBook

• Full Workbook (case studies, guided reflections, exercises)

• Worksheets for each phase (Adapt, Align, Advance)

• Templates for recurring growth areas

• High-Level Workbook TOC

1. Orientation: Becoming an Upward Communicator

   • Setting a 90-day communication goal

   • Baseline self-assessment

2. Module 1 – Adapt: Reading the Room Without Losing Yourself

   • Deep dive on CAT

   • Case Study 1 + guided questions

   • Worksheets:

     • Communication Style Snapshot

     • Context Scan (team, manager, org norms)

   • Templates:

     • “Before the Meeting” Adaptation Planner

3. Module 2 – Align: Building Trust with Managers & Stakeholders

   • What leaders listen for (clarity, ownership, solutions)

   • Case Study 2

   • Worksheets:

     • Stakeholder Map (who matters, what they care about)

     • Trust-Building Behaviors Tracker

   • Templates:

     • 1:1 Conversation Script

     • “Escalate Without Drama” email outline

4. Module 3 – Advance: Communicating for Visibility & Opportunity

   • How to talk about your work without “bragging”

   • Case Study 3

   • Worksheets:

     • Wins & Impact Log

     • Opportunity Radar (projects, committees, ERGs)

   • Templates:

     • “Update to Manager” email

     • Simple promotion conversation script

5. Module 4 – Practice Labs

   • Role-play prompts (for peer practice or self-reflection)

   • “If you’re introverted / anxious / new to the country” adaptations

6. Module 5 – 30/60/90-Day Upward Communication Plan

   • Roadmap with weekly micro-actions

   • Final self-assessment + reflection

7. Bonus: AI Prompts Pack

   Prompts to draft emails, talking points, and reflection summaries