The Friday Habit How to Unmanage Your Team with Jack Skeels
Join us as Jack Skeels dives into the fascinating world of 'unmanagement' and redefines the role of managers in today's organizations. In this engaging conversation, Jack challenges traditional notions of control and instead, champions authority and empowerment. He introduces us to the four pivotal moments every manager should master: why, what, go, and grow. By clearly communicating the 'why' behind tasks, Jack argues that managers can ignite purpose and improve decision-making across their teams. He also underscores the power of giving teams control over their work, which can lead to a more collaborative and fruitful work environment.
Throughout our discussion, Jack shares valuable insights on leveraging individual strengths and fostering autonomy among employees. He stresses the importance of self-assessment for managers and the benefits of soliciting team feedback through surveys to enhance productivity. Wrapping up, Jack advises against micromanagement, advocating instead for a workplace culture that's both positive and empowering. Tune in to discover how you can transform your management style and create a thriving work environment.
Takeaways
- Managers should focus on authority and empowerment rather than control.
- Communicating the why behind tasks and projects provides purpose and enables better decision-making.
- Empowering teams and giving them control over their work leads to a more collaborative and productive work environment.
- The four key managerial moments are why, what, go, and grow. Understand individual strengths and provide autonomy to employees
- Continuously assess yourself as a manager and seek feedback from your team
- Use surveys to gauge how well you are helping your employees be productive
- Avoid micromanaging and focus on creating a positive work culture
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
- 07:56 The Manager Tax and the Need for Effective Management
- 24:06 Creating a Productive Work Environment
- 30:48 Dedicated Time for Improvement and Problem-Solving
- 39:55 Assessing Yourself as a Manager
- 49:37 Final Thoughts: Don't Be That Guy
Episode Links
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackaskeels
- https://jackskeels.medium.com/
- https://agencyagile.com/jackskeels/
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