558: Drawing the Line Between Friend and Manager, with Bonni Stachowiak
Dec 13, 2021
Explore the intriguing balance between friendship and management in leadership. Gain insights on essential reading habits for new CEOs and the importance of personal boundaries at work. The discussion delves into the art of reflection for effective leadership and the significance of feedback in fostering growth. Discover ways to empower teams through autonomy and open communication while maintaining professionalism. Valuable resources and strategies are shared to enhance your leadership journey.
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Relevant Learning
Focus on relevant learning areas for your CEO role, not just book quantity.
Identify key competencies to improve and find resources addressing those.
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Practical Application
Prioritize implementation over completion when reading business books.
Extract the most useful ideas and apply them immediately in your work.
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Thinking, Asking, Resurfacing
New CEOs should prioritize thinking, asking, and resurfacing over excessive reading.
Gain insights through reflection, targeted questions, and revisiting past learnings.
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In 'Drive: The Story of My Life,' Larry Bird shares his personal and professional journey, including his decision to transfer from Indiana University to Indiana State, the heartbreak of his father's suicide and his own failed marriage, and the discipline that turned him into a national superstar. The book covers his time with the Boston Celtics, the Celtic-Laker rivalry, and his interactions with other NBA legends like Magic Johnson, Dominique Wilkins, and Michael Jordan.
Bonni Stachowiak: Teaching in Higher Ed
Bonni is the host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, Dean of Teaching and Learning and Professor of Business and Management at Vanguard University, and my life partner. Prior to her academic career, she was a human resources consultant and executive officer for a publicly traded company. Bonni is the author of The Productive Online and Offline Professor: A Practical Guide*.
Listener Questions
Lucus asked us for advice on his reading habits as he makes the transition to CEO.
Elizabeth wondered the best way to address issues where experienced employees appear resentful about her giving them direction.
Beth sent us a question about drawing the line between being a friend and a manager.
Resources Mentioned
13 Crucial Books That Every Leader Should Know
Drive* by Daniel Pink
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