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Coaching Yourself: Career Coaching Personas for Everyday Engineers, Part Three - Shoulder Socrates

Nov 19, 2024
Explore the intriguing concept of adopting self-coaching personas, specifically the 'Shoulder Socrates,' which emphasizes the importance of questioning personal beliefs. Discover practical strategies that engineers and managers can employ to deepen their understanding and contributions in their careers. The discussion also uncovers the vital role of clear communication in team dynamics, differentiating between personal reflection and the need for coherent, effective interactions essential for successful collaboration.
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ADVICE

Shoulder Socrates

  • Use the "Shoulder Socrates" persona for self-coaching.
  • Question your assertions, positions, and arguments to gain insights.
INSIGHT

Productive Questioning

  • Questioning your own beliefs can be productive, not negative.
  • This process helps you prepare for potential challenges from others.
ANECDOTE

New Manager Challenges

  • New managers often struggle to feel valuable because their prior metrics for success may no longer apply.
  • Defining what "valuable" means in the new role can be productive.
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