622: The Way to Manage an Over-Confident Team Member, with Bonni Stachowiak

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Mar 20, 2023

Explore strategies for managing over-confident team members while balancing skills gaps and accountability. Delve into the importance of trust, clear expectations, and feedback for fostering effective team dynamics. Discover the impact of implicit bias in professional interactions and how aligning strengths can enhance workplace culture. Additionally, learn practical tips for managing household tasks that prioritize joy and collaboration, transforming everyday chores into supportive team experiences.

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ADVICE

Addressing Performance Issues

Differentiate between addressable skill gaps and when someone is truly in over their head, especially if the issue has persisted.
Consider organizational stability and the "greater good" when deciding how to proceed.

INSIGHT

Trust, Competence, and Capacity

Trust is built on character, competence, capacity, and caution.
Avoid dichotomous thinking when assessing employees; consider nuance and organizational alignment.

ADVICE

Organizational Culture and Support

Consider the organizational culture and whether it supports challenging and coaching employees.
Test the waters by implementing small changes and observing the responses to gauge organizational support.

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