Jocko Podcast The Debrief w/ Jocko And Dave Berke #24: Don't Be The Easy Button and Keep Your Opinions to Yourself
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Feb 2, 2023 Join the deep dive into the art of discretion in communication. Discover how leaders can avoid being the 'easy button' and instead nurture a culture of autonomy. Learn about the Explanation Effort Meter, a clever tool that reveals the clarity of your communication. Embrace the value of pushback within teams to foster engagement and growth. Explore the paradox of leadership where effort doesn’t always equate to success, and unlock practical strategies for effective leadership and personal ownership.
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Avoid Being the Easy Button
- Avoid becoming the "easy button" for your team.
- If you constantly solve their problems, they'll become reliant on you.
Decentralized Command
- Empower your team to make decisions independently.
- This builds decentralized command and develops their problem-solving skills.
Best Idea Wins Issues
- "Best idea wins" scenarios can be problematic, especially with a vocal CEO.
- Team members may acquiesce to the CEO's opinions, hindering open idea exchange.
