How to lead a new team to success
Miles was certain that the power of his position would allow him to influence future decisions, but he was concerned about the team (and process) he’d inherited.
Miles was certain that the power of his position would allow him to influence future decisions, but he was concerned about the team (and process) he’d inherited.
“I feel like there is a lot riding on this presentation and we’re just not ready.”
During a recent learning session I conducted, two participants voiced their frustration with developing the members of their team.
The forum was focused on developing women leaders, but the message was universal for anyone intent on leading well, especially during challenging times.
A multinational manufacturing firm had long neglected investing in talent development for several groups of outstanding employees. It was now beginning to feel the pinch from a competitor that was recruiting away its top diverse employees.
Your leadership effectiveness and legacy are determined by your capacity to create these experiences for each of the people reporting to you.
It seems that some people don’t just summarily quit a job; they slowly death-spiral their way to resigning.
To create an environment where they flourish, there is plenty that you need to understand about these incredibly capable employees.
Leaders will need to double down on their efforts to forge deep connection with employees because work-from-home preferences are not abating.
Even the best bosses need feedback and to be in partnership with the person they’re trying to lead.