Leadership is an active role; "lead" is a verb. But the leader who tries to do it all is headed for burnout, and in a powerful hurry. —Bill Owens On Today's Episode: Carla talks with Sarah Mansberger, managing partner at Southwest Michigan First What is burnout? Difference between burnout and stress The signs of burnout How to prevent disengagement and overcome burnout Burnout is a very real concern in today's fast-paced workplace and I want to make sure you have the … [Read more...]
170: How to Quit Micromanaging and Relinquish Control
Micromanagement is the destroyer of momentum. —Miles Anthony Smith On Today's Episode: Carla and Ron tackle the topic of micromanaging and how to stop doing it. Micromanaging is the top complaint people have about bosses. Accountability check-ins vs. micromanaging. Tips to stop the hovering and increase productivity. How to grow beyond direct supervision. Nobody likes to be micromanaged. It kills motivation, creativity and job satisfaction. It's also one of the main … [Read more...]
168: Knowledge Sharing: 3 Ways to Get Communication to Soar
An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest. —Benjamin Franklin On Today’s Episode: Ron and Carla discuss knowledge sharing and communication. Ron's rubber bucket simile for communication. How you can increase productivity. Three ways that Southwest Michigan First drives team sharing: Open office concept leads to more face-to-face conversations; Various forms of digital in-office communication; Team updates at scrum. What you can do to … [Read more...]
159: Optimizing Your Productivity
Organization is the guiding force of productivity: if you want to make an idea happen, you need to have a process for doing so. - Scott Belsky On Today’s Episode: Having the world's knowledge at your fingertips is a blessing and a curse Ron and Carla's methods for staying on track Why going back to basics with pen and paper may be the most productive route Brain dumping/mental floss Improving sleep Finding a system that works for you Always … [Read more...]
118: Quick Tips For Your Busy Season
The primary reason we do too much is that we have never taken the time to discover that portion of what we do that makes the biggest difference. – Andy Stanley On Today’s Episode: Fall is around the corner in Michigan, the pace of work and life are kicking up The importance of creating breathing room Find rhythms, those start-stop moments to motivate and inspire your team to As a leader, you must build in memory-makers and celebration moments Be aware of other team … [Read more...]
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