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Leading in today’s agile world is challenging on every level. This bowl is a place to exchange challenges and solutions.
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My rising leaders are expecting reward up front to get out of their comfort zones and try new things. Predictably, my peers and executive leaders need to see them perform above their titles to earn rewards and ne… more

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I feel like I don't have time or energy to be the best supervisor I could be, I usually have so much on my plate that I'm not very accessible to my team. Is this something I should address wit… more

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Do you think a leader’s personal life choices impacts their credibility or effectiveness in the workplace?

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Colleague of the opposite sex received a 13% total raise and a promotion last year, while my total was 3.5% despite same, some better performance and working more. Not planning on sharing details that I kno… more

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Has anyone ever asked for mentorship on a specific soft skill they’d like to develop? If so, how did you go about starting this?

I’d like to gain the ability to better influence and speak about really complex mat… more

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Is it possible to move into leadership while maintaining a healthy work-life balance? I'm talking a strict 40 hours. I'm not willing to budge on that, but I worry the expectation will be that … more

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Where are my “don’t touch that pile” , “leave my desk alone”! “It’s in the third drawer behind the post it’s on the right?” Beautifully cluttered messy office people at!? I know precisely where everything is and You No Touchy !!!!

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What skills are hardest to coach? Particularly when it comes to soft skills.

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I've had to talk to a couple people on my team about toning down politics at work. I definitely think things have gotten out of hand to the point where emotions are running high. How do you handle politics at work and keep the peace?

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I'm currently a video editor at a rapidly growing company where I love the mission. However, a toxic coworker is hindering my growth. I've been offered a creative director position at a smaller less… more

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Being baited or developed? Been in my role 2 yrs, 5 stars across the board. Took on extra work that always gets high praise. The contract I manage is a top performer, when I discuss the future it’s al… more

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What’s one piece of leadership advice you wish you'd gotten earlier in your career?

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What are the tell tale signs that the ship is sinking due to bad leadership?

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I'm facing a challenging work environment due to a coworker's negative behavior. They're spreading false rumors about me and others, constantly taking credit for non-existent achievements,… more

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Looking for recommendations on sleep tips… have had a good amount of change this year. Work is draining, anxiety is high.. Can’t fall asleep, and wake up throughout the night thinking of work. Helpfu… more

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Do you think gender makes a difference in leadership if the team leans heavily male or female?

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I made a decision last week and after considering it the past few days, I think I made the wrong decision. I want to address this with my team, but not sure how to go about it. Thoughts?

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This is a great thread to start. Tell us about a leader you've worked with who you admired and respected - and why!

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Do you set a good example for your team on the weekends, or are you the type to ping and email on a Sunday night?

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Do you think leaders in their early 20's are too young to manage people?

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I myself am a lead. When we got this position, our goals were to be 20% managerial work, while maintaining an 80% production rate. I know that is an impossible number...its more like 60/40. Now I a… more

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I’m 2 months in under a new manager who rarely speaks or responds to calls, chats or emails. Unless I chase, nag, etc.

When we do talk, the boss’ remarks concern me: ‘do you even like the company?’, ‘Your current work doesn… more

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I have to say, seeing my team achieve beyond their own expectations has been one of the most rewarding parts of this role. What's been most rewarding for you?

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I’ve been in a leadership position for 2 years. The first year+ was very stressful and I was busy hiring, firing, picking up slack from the person I fired, figuring out who to promote and develop, etc… more

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How often do you get face time (call, zoom, or otherwise) with your boss?

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One of my direct reports got in a blowout argument with an employee on another team who she collaborates with. I’ve spoken to the other employee’s manager, and both have very different recollections o… more

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Any advice for someone stuck in the middle? I get the highest review level possible all 4 cycles I've been at the company. I have a large team under me. I have pushed out a lot of top tier product… more

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Have you ever had to make a tough call as a leader that you still feel conflicted about today?

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Has anyone in this bowl discontinued an otherwise great relationship with a mentee once the mentee moved on from the company?If so, why?
I’ve occasionally texted my mentor who I’ve learned a ton from t… more

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Have you ever had to adjust your leadership style because it didn't match well with your team?

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This depiction is accurate. Leadership can be so messy. The outside world might see a clear pyramid of success, but on the inside, it feels more like herding cats through a tornado lol.

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