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Have somebody’s ear

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Power and Influence

This phrase often implies that the person being spoken to has power to make changes or take action.

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After weeks of negotiation, the union leaders now have the CEO's ear.
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Serious Consideration

The phrase suggests that your ideas are taken seriously, not just heard out of courtesy.

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Her innovative ideas have the manager's ear; she might lead the next project.
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Building Relationships

Use when you've built rapport with someone influential and they value your input.

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As a trusted advisor, he always has the senator's ear on policy matters.
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