BRIAN DODD (briandoddonleadership.com)

Few things are as satisfying as when you select someone for a leadership position and then they not only succeed, but thrive in the role.  When this happens, not only does it relieve stress but your organization has sustainability in that area of responsibility and is something you can build around.

“The goal isn’t to be the smartest person in the room; it’s to make the entire room smarter.” – page 184 of Adam Grant’s new book Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things

I have thought about Adam’s quote a lot lately.

Common traps for new managers to avoid

Transitioning from an individual contributor to a people manager sounds straightforward. You did a great job in your particular role, and now you’re being tapped for greater responsibility by joining management ranks and formally leading others. Piece of cake! Before you jump into the pool too quickly, though, it’s essential to get into the appropriate mind space. 

From solo performer to leader … avoid micromanaging

Making the Case for the Resources Your Team Needs

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6 Approaches To Leadership Which Will Help You Reach Your Full Potential

Here is a little history lesson which gives us lessons for today:

On July 10, 2010, the Seattle Mariners traded pitcher Cliff Lee to the Texas Rangers.  At the time, Lee was considered the best pitcher in baseball.  As I was listened to ESPN Radio’s analysis of the trade at the time, it was noted Lee’s approach was what put him at the top of his profession.

Overcoming Your Fear of Giving Tough Feedback

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“I felt like I was going to throw up,” Filip confessed to me during our coaching session. “Giving feedback is something a leader should be able to do every day without breaking a sweat,” he said. “But for me, it feels like the end of the world.” 

How do you manage an employee who’s been delivering lackluster results and offering only excuses? Getting angry isn’t the right solution. And micromanaging only adds to your workload and teaches them you’ll be accountable, so they don’t have to be. So what are your options when you don’t trust someone to deliver?

5 Pieces Of Career Advice Young Leaders Need To Hear (Brian Dodd)

 

Young leaders often come into an organization with immense talent and potential.   They also bring with them a sense of optimism that the organization will remain relevant and have a sustainable future.  Talented young leaders are a breath of fresh air.

When you work in roles where mistakes must be avoided at all costs — think medical, security, financial, and transportation professions — it’s easy to become terrified of making one. But there are ways to constructively reduce the risk of potential mistakes and reduce your anxiety. First, distinguish between critical and not-so-critical potential mistakes and focus on the former. Then adopt systems and habits to mitigate those threats. Get support from others to address your weaknesses, while also finding solutions that play on your strengths. Collaborate with others focused on the same issues. Address any self-sabotaging behaviors, like failing to ask for help. Reduce the distractions caused by small-error worries with small actions that eliminate most of them. And, finally, consider a hobby in which you can make consequence-free mistakes.

BRIAN DODD ON JUNE 26, 2023 IN EXPLAINING, EXPOSURE