PMO Strategies 282: Leading from the Middle with Scott Mautz
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Nov 18, 2024 
Scott Mautz, a former senior executive at Procter & Gamble and bestselling author, shares his insights on the pivotal role of middle managers. He discusses the unique challenges they face in leading up, down, and across organizations. Listeners will unpack strategies for effective influence and learn to reframe stressors into sources of pride. Mautz emphasizes the critical nature of information sharing and the importance of fostering connections to drive success without formal authority. Practical tips abound for those looking to excel in middle management!
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Middle Manager Importance
- Middle managers are crucial for organizational success, influencing revenue and employee retention.
- Replacing a poor middle manager with an average one significantly boosts productivity.
Balancing Thinking and Feeling
- The best middle managers reframe challenges, viewing them as opportunities.
- They balance thinking like an engineer with feeling like an artist, combining discipline with empathy.
Challenges of Leading from the Middle
- Middle managers face unique challenges like conflict, stress, and self-identity issues.
- The constant micro-switching between different roles can be emotionally and physically exhausting.
In our latest podcast episode, I chat with Scott Mautz, a former senior executive at Procter & Gamble and author of four books including “Leading from the Middle.” Scott shares invaluable strategies for excelling in this pivotal role. With his extensive experience and insights, you’ll learn how to navigate the complexities of middle management and drive impactful results.
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