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To Bring Out The Best In Millennials, Put On Your Coaching Hat

Do you lead a team composed fully or partially with Millennials? If you’re like many of the Gen-X or Gen-Y or Baby Boomers you’re likely having a difficult time leading them. From Fast Company Magazine: In the last five years, a growing number of studies and surveys have highlighted the importance of innovation for the […]

6 Coaching Questions to Ask Your Direct Reports

QUESTION:  What is the # 1 area that leaders consistently score lowest in during a 360 degree feedback assessment? ANSWER:  “provides effective coaching when needed” Why do leaders (especially executives) rate so poorly when it comes to coaching? Knowledge Worker Syndrome — A “knowledge worker” is, by definition, someone who knows more about what they […]

Example of poor leadership and coaching

The video clip below shows a team competing in “The Amazing Race” (a TV program). Pay close attention to the coaching. Coach:  “Don’t give up on me now.  Just focus.” Launcher:  “I’m not giving up.  I’m just frustrated.” Coach:  “You got this sister.  You are super, super close.  Right in the kisser.  Show that knight […]