Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast #365: The Multi-hat Leader
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Oct 9, 2025 Explore the fascinating world of multi-hat leadership. Discover four essential roles: coach, advisor, leader, and mentor. Learn when to switch hats for maximum impact. Hear how coaching builds team confidence and independence, while advising offers directive guidance. Understand the leader's role in aligning vision and motivating teams. Finally, delve into the unique insights of mentoring, emphasizing vulnerability and wisdom transfer. Embrace the challenge of adapting your leadership style for better influence and effectiveness.
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Leaders Must Wear Multiple Hats
- Leaders constantly wear multiple hats and must transition between them in the same conversation.
- Being aware and fluid with hat changes increases leadership effectiveness.
Coach By Asking, Not Telling
- Ask questions and listen instead of giving answers when wearing the coach hat.
- Use curiosity to draw out solutions so people own their learning.
Make Coaching Build Ownership
- Make people aware and responsible for problems during coaching conversations.
- Aim for them to leave with ownership, not dependence on you.
