In all my years managing people no one has ever asked me to criticize them. Sure, I’ve been asked for my opinion, but criticism is viewed as a bad thing. People tend to want to avoid criticism and get defensive when it comes their way. Yet it really doesn’t need…...
A Five Step One-on-One Any Leader Can Do
When you know what’s next you can prepare and perform. Structure provides predictability. Predictability enables preparation. Preparation raises confidence. Confidence is energy. A 5 step one-on-one any leader can do: #1. Provide brag time. What one result from last week makes you proud? Tell me one thing you did really…...
How to Create Transformative Growth Points for Reluctant or Resistant Employees
They keep falling short. But you want them to reach the next level. Establish an affirming context for growth. A transformative growth point: Years ago I was asked to work with a manager who didn’t see their own potential. Her annual reviews were the same. "You need to improve your…...