190. Self-Reflection Fridays - Are you a BAD boss? with Mick Spiers

Unlock the secrets to effective leadership and avoid the common pitfalls that can turn even the best-intentioned bosses into bad leaders. In this episode of the Leadership Project, we promise to shed light on the top 10 characteristics of bad leadership, drawing insights from Jessica Lindsay's article and Deborah and Ken Corey's survey. From the avoider to the micromanager, learn how these roles can permeate a workplace and erode morale. Our primary takeaway? Bosses must ensure their team members feel seen, heard, and valued to cultivate a thriving and positive work environment.Ever wondered how cognitive and emotional biases influence your decision-making? Lisa Tromba, author of "Mind Knots," joins us to explain how recognizing and managing these biases can balance your leadership approach. She offers practical advice on surrounding yourself with team members who possess complementary biases, like pairing optimism with realism or intuition with logic. Lisa's insights are invaluable for anyone looking to enhance team performance and make more balanced decisions.As we navigate the complexities of hybrid work environments, intentional task planning emerges as a crucial strategy for boosting productivity. We share personal reflections on allocating deep work to home days and collaborative tasks to office days. Techniques like the Zeigarnik effect help overcome procrastination and maintain momentum. Looking ahead, we’re excited to feature Clint Padgett of the Project Success Method in our upcoming episode, where we'll explore the critical link between people, process, and technology in project management. Join us for this episode filled with actionable leadership lessons that can transform your workplace dynamics.🌐 Connect with Lisa:• Website: https://luisitromba.com/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisatromba/ 📚 You can purchase Lisa's book at Amazon:• Mind Knots: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRNL2BQL/ Send us Fan MailThe Thrive Careers Podcast My career wasn’t a straight line—it was a series of pivots, survival jobs, and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Support the show✅ Follow The Leadership Project on your favourite podcast platform and listen to a new episode every week!📝 Don’t forget to share your thoughts on the episode in the comments below. 🔔 Join us in our mission at The Leadership Project and learn more about our organisation here:  https://linktr.ee/mickspiers 📕 You can purchase a copy of the Mick Spiers bestselling book "You're a Leader, Now What?" as an eBook or paperback at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZBKK8XVIf you would like a signed copy, please reach out to [email protected] and we can arrange it for you too.If you're thinking about starting a podcast or upgrading your hosting, Buzzsprout is a great option! This link will give both of us a $20 credit when you upgrade:👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1701891Create forms easily with Jotform! Sign up with my link: https://www.jotform.com/?referral=AkWimLxOBzGet extra Dropbox space—sign up with my link: Dropbox Referral LinkWise Referral link: https://wise.com/invite/dic/michaels11434Strea...