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EPISODE · Jan 3, 2026 · 7 MIN

1921: Managing Employees Used to Be Hard. Then I Tried This by Karl Staib of Dig to Fly on Effective Management

from Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship · host Optimal Living Daily | Dan W.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1921: Karl Staib shares how shifting from a manager mindset to that of a coach transformed the way he led people, first in corporate settings and later in his own business. By focusing on guidance, autonomy, and deeper connection, he offers actionable questions and insights to help leaders create more productive, engaged, and happier teams. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://digtofly.com/managing-employees-used-to-be-hard-then-i-tried-this/ Quotes to ponder: "People don’t want to be managed. They want to be coached to be their best self." "Employees want to understand and appreciate the vision and help build upon it." "Career progress is maybe the most important aspect of happiness at work." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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