Category: Leadership
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And so is everyone else. Relax!
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Ask for everyone’s 50% time estimate, pool up the safety buffer at the end, and keep everyone informed of when their turn is approaching for better projects.
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Maximize communication and empowerment by saying “I intend to” before you act.
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Be clear on the purpose of each item on the meeting agenda. Is it sharing information, making a decision, or asking for input on a decision?
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The action: Start the day by gathering everyone around, and checking the pulse by asking how we are doing on our goals, and how we can help each other during the day. The long form: In the whirlwind of everyday activities it’s easy to go into what Dan Heath in Upstream refers to as tunneling…
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Don’t overstretch, but work towards a few important goals
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Write a couple of paragraphs on what you will commit to as a leader. This is your promise to the team, and helps build psychological safety.
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We all want to be known and seen by the people around us. Having a leader who knows your strengths and ways of working is the best way to make sure your work plays to your strengths. As a first time leader, go for a walk or grab a coffee with your team members. Possible…
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