Supermanagers cover image

Supermanagers

When Change Is on the Horizon: Strategies for Increasing Team Readiness (with Adrienne Barnard, SVP, People Operations & Experience at Mainstay)

Nov 2, 2023
Adrienne Barnard, SVP, People Operations & Experience at Mainstay, shares strategies for effective feedback conversations and coaching team members. She discusses leading through changing times, prioritizing wellness in the workplace, and building management training for a scaling company. Learn about the importance of resilience, flexibility, and open communication in teams, as well as the value of employee wellness and creating a culture of empathy.
35:59

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Coaching, rather than giving feedback, can be a more effective way for managers to communicate and promote growth within their teams.
  • Tailoring feedback delivery to match individuals' communication styles is essential for motivating and inspiring employees to improve without feeling the need to change themselves.

Deep dives

Building Resilience and Open Communication to Prepare for Change

To effectively navigate change, it is crucial for managers to focus on building resilience, fostering flexibility, and promoting open lines of communication within their teams. By cultivating these qualities, managers can ensure that their team members are prepared and ready for any upcoming changes. This involves actively sharing information, creating a feedback loop, and being vulnerable about their own uncertainties and concerns. Prioritizing these aspects of team readiness can lead to increased engagement, productivity, and overall success in times of change.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode