Leading Outward How to lead a team whose job you’ve never done before.
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Jun 3, 2025 
Chip Huth, an Arbinger coach, helps Jeremy, a senior leader with a rich military background, tackle the complexities of leading a new team. They discuss feelings of inadequacy and the struggle for credibility, emphasizing the power of curiosity and humility in leadership. Chip highlights the importance of accountability and how self-doubt can hinder personal growth. Their candid conversation uncovers how past communication mistakes can be transformed into opportunities for building trust, ultimately leading to stronger team dynamics.
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Missing Key Info Example
- Jeremy asked why a crew was divided and learned about a drug test failure later than others.
- This revealed how being 'out of the information loop' made him appear ignorant despite his leadership role.
Passive Waiting Blocks Integration
- Waiting to be invited into information networks delays learning and belonging.
- Passively blaming exclusion prevents taking responsibility for building connections and asking questions.
Use Avoidance as Red Flag
- Notice when you avoid issues or people as a red flag to address underlying problems.
- Use avoidance as a signal to take intentional action rather than ignore challenges.