Reducing Drama in the Workplace: Tips for Managers

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Meet Cy Wakeman, a renowned drama researcher and expert in reducing workplace drama. She shares insightful practices to help managers navigate change effectively. Cy's key perspective is that it's not the change itself that's difficult, but rather the readiness for change. In environments where inevitable changes are looming, like layoffs or reorganizations, managers can prepare their teams by fostering resilience, flexibility, and open communication. By building a feedback loop and sharing vulnerability, managers can ensure their teams are well-prepared for the upcoming changes.

👉 Check out the resources mentioned here: https://fellow.app/supermanagers/adrienne-barnard-mainstay-when-change-is-on-the-horizon-strategies-for-increasing-team-readiness

Do you know the difference between offering feedback and providing coaching?

Adrienne describes how coaching may be a better way to communicate with team members as it “focuses you on growth versus change.”

She also explains how to discern between giving feedback and coaching your team. She shares lessons learned from implementing management training, and recommends her favourite resources for managers.

Adrienne Barnard has led and managed multiple key programs to enhance the employee lifecycle, from talent acquisition to retention and growth. She is passionate about questioning standard practices and embracing new ways of doing things in order to achieve better outcomes for organizations and their people.

With over 18 years of experience in people and talent roles, at companies like Telaria, ASICS Digital, and now Mainstay, she has a proven track record of delivering results that align with business strategy and vision.

In episode #173, Adrienne Barnard breaks down how to successfully execute management training programs, give feedback to staff that fosters growth, lead teams through constant change, and put employee wellness first.

Tune in to hear all about Adrienne’s leadership journey and the lessons learned along the way!

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

[03:05] Knowing how to give feedback

[09:05] Coaching versus feedback

[18:40] Putting management training programs into practice

[22:55] Who develops management training content?

[26:50] Where to start with developing as a manager

[30:00] Focusing on employee wellness

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Learn more about Cy Wakeman - expert on reducing drama in the workplace
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Listen to the Co-Founder of Manager Tools, Mark Horstman, on the Supermanagers Podcast

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