Team managers may sometimes find themselves caught between two opposing forces. This occurs when they disagree with proposals or directives put forward by company’s management. Team managers function as a link between the company’s top management and their subordinates. In such situations, it is essential managers find a balance: on the one hand, they have to defend their team but, on the other hand, they must also be able to implement the priorities required by their own superiors. Here are some tips on how to deal with this delicate, and often rather unpleasant, situation.