 There are also formal interactions, such as politeness and respect for the superior's authority, that help to create a professional superior-subordinate relationship.There are also tactics that allow a subordinate to appear impressive to the superior, such as a hesitancy to deliver bad news or showing enthusiasm.The final relationship maintenance strategy includes open discussion about the relationship with the superior, including explicitly telling them how they want to be treated in the workplace 

Feedback allows for growth in a variety of areas for both superiors and subordinates.