Do you ever feel like you have to put on a mask when you get to work?
As you move up in an organization, it can be challenging to adjust your behavior without losing yourself. Leaders are expected to fit in with their peers while demonstrating the ability to offer differing opinions. Here are some suggestions for achieving this delicate balance.
You could be 40 percent more effective if you focused on one thing for a defined period of time. Where else can you get that kind of ROI?
In our results-oriented world, it is easy to focus on delivering value by doing something. Although we think we’re helping by offering solutions, our spouse, colleague or friend may just want a sympathetic ear or a brainstorming partner.
Unsolicited positive feedback can be a great motivator when the coachee isn’t sure whether she is making any progress.
What message are you sending to your team members about staying in their lane?
In my coaching practice, I see a lot of leaders who are discouraging their teams by holding onto the bicycle seat too long and micromanaging.