Lead Effectively Through Ongoing Uncertain Times with Ken Jacobs (#050)

A real coach can coach anyone if you're using a proven techniqueThere's a comfort level though when you don't have to explain terms or industry backgroundA leader is always leading through changeAgency owners want to get back to the office, employees are saying let's wait another whileA lot thinking, the commute brought no value to my lifeUse the day or two in the office for the collaboration, creativity and connection you've missedIf you treat mature professional folks as grown ups, they can get a tremendous amount of high quality work done remotelyIt's not your job to micromanage, it's your job to hire people who are self-drivenIf you're micromanaging who's looking at the long term strategy?You can do their job, but they can't do your job, yetThe director, let's all the people do their jobs, but gives the direction and the visionMostly they come to me with a consulting issue, and I spot an issue with their leadership that's keyCoaching is a collaboration, if the chemistry isn't good, there's nothing I can do100%, your gut is always rightEmpathy is the key to negotiating, we're often too focused on what we wantUnderstand their 'why'You have to know you're willing to walk awayWe give away power when we're in a rush, not have the protection you needThere's a deep need to be the good guy, a need to be liked in this industryI'm shocked by the lack of courage out there but it's coachable, and I get to make money helping people be braverNow is the time to improve your emotional intelligenceDial up your empathy for your peers, clients and stakeholdersWatch not only the words they say, but notice the toneIf you're interested in more visit ▶ https://almcbride.com/minicoursefor a free email minicourse on how to gain the psychological edge in your negotiations and critical conversations along with a helpful negotiation prep cheat sheet.If you enjoyed this episode of Dealing with Goliath Podcast, hit subscribe to hear about our latest episodes.If you're interested in more visit ▶ https://almcbride.com/minicoursefor a free email minicourse on how to gain the psychological edge in your negotiations and critical conversations along with a helpful negotiation prep cheat sheet.If you enjoyed this episode of Dealing with Goliath Podcast, hit subscribe to hear about our latest episodes.