Coaching for Leaders

How do I manage my former peers? Should I get an MBA? What can I do to get my organization to train people? I tackle these and more community questions on today’s show. If you have a question for a future Coaching for Leaders Q&A show, be sure to submit it at coachingforleaders.com/feedback Resources I mentioned for Kyle’s question on managing peers vs. being buddies: My appearance on Firefighter Toolbox to discuss How To Motivate and Lead in the Fire Station FirefighterToolbox.com Resources I mentioned for Kirks’ question on deferred email: Sanebox.com Mailbox app for iOS devices Halina’s question on getting an MBA: How can I apply my passions for coaching and training? [VIDEO] American Society for Training and Development Jennifer’s question on how to get the training her organization needs: Leading Change by John Kotter* Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

David Sparks: MacSparky Author of Email* and Paperless Co-Host of the Mac Power Users podcast David and I speak about his new book Email and how we can use more effective workflows and planning to take control of email. You’ll find his perspective helpful for considering actions you can take with your email. Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Bill Bliss What is the difference between management and leadership? Do you know? Do you care? Today I welcome executive coach Bill Bliss from Bliss & Associates, Inc. to share his wisdom and experience with us about the distinction. After listening to this episode, you’ll have a much better understanding of the difference between management and leadership. You’ll also discover when to apply each, given the situation. Managing vs. Leading document Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

Mastering the art of delegation is key for managers. Discover the seven steps to delegate effectively, starting with defining what success looks like in terms of time, cost, and quality. Learn how to choose the right person for the task, ensuring they have the necessary resources. Communicate expectations clearly, and let team members take ownership of their projects. Milestone check-ins help maintain accountability without micromanaging. This framework empowers teams and enhances overall performance.

You might be thinking about giving thanks this week, but how’s your overall attitude about gratitude? In this episode, I share five ways you can adjust your attitude to work for the better. Before we start: Episode #9 is the place to go on how to give positive feedback to others 1. Stop the complaining by receiving praise well Don’t discount it Don’t argue with it Don’t ignore it Just say “thank you” Acknowledge that you are worthy of praise If you don’t think you are, just try it a couple of times. Discover the Difference Between Feedback and Criticism 2. Remember the dark days 3. Be intentional about making gratitude a regular practice Use a gratitude journal Bonni writes a post every day in November on Facebook Have more “get tos” than “got tos” I’ll be doing a #weekofgratitude this week on my Twitter account 4. What can I do to help someone today “The smallest act is worth more than the grandest intention.” 5. Look to those who are examples of gratitude for inspiration “So many people have helped me to come here to this night. Some of you are here, some are far away and some are even in Heaven. All of us have special ones who have loved us into being. Would you just take, along with me, 10 seconds to think of the people who have helped you become who you are, those who have cared about you and wanted what was best for you in life. 10 seconds of silence. I’ll watch the time. Whomever you’ve been thinking about, how pleased they must be to know the difference you feel they’ve made.” -Fred Rogers in 1997 Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

Tony Stubblebine: CEO and Founder of Coach.me Article mentioned by Tony early in the show: Do You Suffer From Decision Fatigue by John Tierney Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

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*. Question from Jay: “I’m on the board of an organization that is run by two partners. One partner is really a people person. The other partner is more of a driver, all business, doesn’t like to fool around in the office. The challenge is one partner really pushes employees to the point where they almost want to quit and then the other partner has to come in and calm things down and smooth out the hard feelings. The drive partner is sometimes also blunt and driven with customers so the other partner has had to patch some things up and in other cases they have lost customers. What can I do?” We mentioned Ram Charan’s new book, Boards That Lead* We also mentioned his recent interview with the HBR IdeaCast Episode #89: The Value of the StrengthsFinder Assessment Episode #90: How To Interpret Your StrengthsFinder Results Question from Monre: [AUDIO] We mentioned Episode #59: Seven Principles for Leading People Older Than You We mentioned the book Leadership and Self-Deception* Questions from Julie: “How do you maintain loyalty and trust when rumors are circulating? How do you keep employees motivated In the face of cutbacks.” “How do you work with a boss that shows favoritism due to friendships outside the office?” Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

Let’s say you want to get into leadership…where do you start? On this episode, how to start leading if you haven’t done it before. I begin with a question from a community member and detail four practical ways that you can get into leadership for the first time. Listener question from Scott Leadership = vision, communication, motivation A leader is someone with followers. We’ll talk more about this in a future show… Follow someone for awhile Solve a problem in the workplace Volunteer in a non-profit Design your own professional development plan A brief note on why I produce this show Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

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*. We all want to be right, but of course we are sometimes wrong. The advice from Dale Carnegie almost a century ago is as good today as it’s ever been. Dale Carnegie said almost 100 years ago in How To Win Friends and Influence People, “When you’re wrong, admit it quickly and emphatically.” Four truths: My truth Your truth Our shared truth The actual truth Three benefits you get from admitting you are wrong: You advance immediate progress on organizational goals You drive future innovation and creativity You inspire people to move forward The best marriages are not without conflict. The best teams and leaders and not without error. Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Once in awhile, someone says something cool that we take throughout our lives to help us lead. On this episode, wise words that can help you influence better. I share four stories that will help you lead more effectively. First story Take small bits of wisdom from others and then, over time, make it your own. Second story Be humble enough to realize what you don’t know and get advice from the experts. Third story When you or others have missed a feedback opportunity, acknowledge it and move forward the correct way. Fourth story Be willing to change directions for a few minutes to make someone’s day. Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.