Listen "S2 E5 Iron Sharpens Iron: The Necessary Friction of Great Leadership featuring Ayana Coston Part 2"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textNatalie Parker and leadership coach Ayana Coston dive into what happens behind the scenes when organizations call in executive coaches to help struggling leaders develop or correct performance issues.• Most leaders lack fundamental leadership skills despite technical expertise• Leadership effectiveness rarely measured in performance management• Leaders need safe spaces to be heard without judgment• Employees betraying themselves by not asking for what they need• Cultural differences dramatically impact conflict management styles• 95% of the time, the feared conversation is worse in your head than reality• Giving feedback requires psychological safety on both sides• Leaders being monitored/evaluated on keystroke counts rather than outcomes• Understanding before action when addressing leadership issues• Clear communication about values and expectations prevents misalignmentIf you're working for a leader who isn't supporting you properly, have the conversation about what you need, document your approach, and be willing to make changes if the environment doesn't improve. Remember that your value isn't determined by one workplace.Don't let your boss suck the life out of you.Share your bad boss story on our website.Learn more or Book Natalie.
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