Tag: first time managers
3 Ways To Cultivate “Withness”* (Fosters Engagement)
I’m with you.
Not above, not below.
Not next to, not nearby.
Not across, but with.
I’m with you.
“Withness” is core to meaningful camaraderie – that secret ingredient to the...
9:1 Go Direct — Save Time, Energy And Feelings (Conflict Management)
One Way:
Bob tells his concerns about his manager Mabel to Suzy.
Suzy goes to George (Mabel’s boss) and tells him about Bob’s concerns...
Tricky Titles: 8 Key Considerations (Managerial Courage)
Many managers wonder what to do about titles and their team’s desire to climb the proverbial ladder. Here are 8 key considerations…
The reason...
5 Considerations To Create A Cultural Identity Worth Tattooing (Fosters Engagement)
What would a tattoo of your organization’s logo say about the person wearing it?
Think about this for a moment.
Because what it says is representative...
Grace For Your Boss (Builds Strong Relationships)
Go hug the boss you love to hate.
Why? you ask.
Because chances are your boss never stood a chance.
Societally we are told that in general...
Nix The 360 And Go For The High Five (Develops Others)
That’s right. Nix 360 performance reviews. And here’s why - solution below, if you already know why:
- They formalize indirect, couched communication.
- If they...
Extinguish Exhaustion From Eggshells (Managerial Courage)
I find that in my workplace culture work, there’s a tremendous amount of time and energy spent hoping and trying not to hurt someone’s...
Quick Easy Way To Evaluate Commitment, Silence Is Not Always Golden...
Ever been at a meeting where you asked your team if they agreed or were on board? You likely got a vigorous nod, a...
Explain Why The Money Matters (Managerial Courage)
Chances are you talk a lot about money in your business – the money coming in, the money going out, to raise prices, to...