111. 4 Management Mistakes You're Making and How to Overcome Them

You have the best of intentions, but are these four management mistakes hindering your team's effectiveness? First, we're digging into the nitty gritty of finding that sweet spot between effective leadership and avoiding micromanaging. It's a delicate balance. Unfortunately, you can't assume that everything is great if you haven't heard from your team! I'm here to share my top tips to connect, share updates, and address any concerns on an ongoing basis.

Now, here's a golden nugget of wisdom: you can prescribe a decision to your team. Yep, you don't always have to lead them to the answer if you already know what it is. You can be the leader, guiding and coaching them, all without micromanaging their every move.

Another common mistake: Wanting to reach a consensus on every decision. Spoiler alert—it's not gonna happen, we can't always all see eye-to-eye. Instead, create a culture where they feel comfortable sharing their opinions, even if they differ from yours.

The fourth mistake is one that can really hinder team dynamics: not getting to know your team members personally. I know, you're the boss and you want to be professional, but that doesn't mean you can't be a compassionate leader. Learn about their interests outside of work, discover what makes them tick, and build those personal connections!

If you find that you're making one or more of these mistakes, it will be okay! Tune in to dive deeper into these topics and learn from my expert advice!

What you'll hear in this episode:

[0:00] The power of your team.

[1:55] The difference between micromanaging and not checking in.

[4:35] Don’t prescribe a decision to your team.

[9:15] Tell them why you're not on board.

[10:30] Not getting to know your team personally.

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