You've noticed that at meetings with senior members of your department, people seem uninterested in what you have to say. Which of the following is the BEST step to take to improve your standing with them?
A) Come to the meetings earlier; chances are, people are offended if you arrive after them.
B) Double-check your attire; you may be dressing too informally for the group.
C) Link comments to those of powerful people in the group.
D) Shrug it off; you can't please everybody.
E) None of the above.

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Linking your comments to those of powerful people in the group can help improve your standing by showing that you are engaged with their ideas and contributing to the conversation in a meaningful way. This approach can make your contributions more noticeable and valued.

You've Noticed That at Meetings with Senior Members of Your