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Navigating the Fog of Poor Management: Upward Coaching Tactics for Empowering Leadership
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Ever feel like you're stuck under a cloud of poor leadership? You're not alone. Join us, Jana Henderson and Neil Thubron, as we reveal the secrets to managing upwards, transforming difficult relationships with superiors into opportunities for growth. Our recent conversation dives into a range of scenarios that many leaders face - from favoritism to poor communication - and showcases how mastering coaching skills can be your compass through the storm of bad leadership. We share anecdotes and insights that will change the way you perceive and interact with your bosses, setting the stage for a healthier work environment.
We understand the power of self-reflection and self-coaching, and in this discussion, we illuminate practical techniques that you can use right now to regain control of your workplace experiences. From introspective questioning to breathwork, these tools are designed to help you break free from the cycle of negative reactions and take charge of your responses. Our focus is on your circle of influence, empowering you to set realistic goals and act in alignment with your true aspirations. We've also taken a page from Tim Ferriss’s fear-setting technique, helping you face your professional fears head-on to foster decisive and clear-minded action.
As we wrap up, remember that empathy and vulnerability are not signs of weakness but strengths that can reshape your leadership interactions. By applying a coaching mindset to your relationships with higher-ups, you're likely to uncover the motivations behind their actions and start a dialogue that could lead to positive change. If our conversation sparks new ideas or if you have your own experiences to share, don't hesitate to connect with us. Your journey to enhance your coaching abilities doesn't end here; it's just getting started. Share this episode with anyone who might benefit, and let’s keep the conversation going.
Chapters
1. Navigating the Fog of Poor Management: Upward Coaching Tactics for Empowering Leadership (00:00:00)
2. Handling Bad Leadership as a Leader (00:00:05)
3. Effective Self-Coaching Techniques (00:10:07)
4. Self-Coaching and Desired Outcomes (00:16:00)
5. Using Coaching Skills to Help Bosses (00:22:41)
6. Enhancing Coaching Skills for Success (00:35:34)
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