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Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast

#284: Answering Your Leadership Questions

Mar 21, 2024
Leadership experts address listener questions on navigating influence in a new role, handling bad leaders at work, and managing team transitions. Strategies include adding value, building relationships, seeking feedback, and communicating openly with the team.
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Quick takeaways

  • Leadership is tied to influence, not titles - focus on adding value and embodying principles.
  • Dealing with a difficult leader involves thoughtful evaluation, addressing issues, owning actions, seeking feedback, and catalyzing change.

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Advice for a Former Manager Transitioning to an Individual Contributor Role

Transitioning from a management position to an individual contributor role does not diminish your ability to lead. Leadership is tied to influence, not just titles. Focus on being curious, learning about the new company and role, and delivering results. By adding value to peers and superiors, you can increase your influence and embody leadership principles regardless of formal position.

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