Camp Code - Leadership & Staff Training Podcast for Camp Directors Training Middle Management Part 2 - Camp Code #118
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Feb 14, 2023 Discover innovative strategies for training middle management in camp settings. Emphasizing trust, communication, and empowering leadership, the discussion reveals how to cultivate commitment among staff. Learn about 'stay interviews' to enhance employee retention and engagement. Key insights into creating end-of-season reports are shared, highlighting their role in future planning and staff development. This conversation is packed with actionable ideas for fostering a culture of support and growth within camp operations.
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Building Trust
- Build trust with middle management by sharing information openly.
- Avoid withholding information out of fear of them taking your job.
Assess and Deploy
- Train middle management to assess situations before acting.
- Encourage them to seek guidance and use a buddy system for handling issues.
Reverse Engineering for Success
- Use reverse engineering: envision the last day of summer, then plan backward.
- Have staff share their visions and concrete steps to achieve them, promoting accountability.