I’m sure I’m not the only one who has had one or two terrible bosses during their career. And I remember thinking “If I had the chance, I would do everything differently.” But how do you become a good boss when you finally get the opportunity and avoid repeating their mistakes? That’s what I discuss in this episode with CEO coach and author of You’re the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need) Sabina Nawaz who has decades of experience working with C-level executives and teams at Fortune 500 companies and mega-institutions around the world.
Starting her career at Microsoft, she went from managing software development teams to leading the company’s executive development and succession planning efforts for over 11,000 managers and nearly a thousand executives. Needless to say, she knows how to lead and what makes a good manager, which is why she wanted to share the guidebook on how to be a good leader, the pressures that can lead to bad management behaviours, and the importance of empathy in leadership, and so much more.
Takeaways
- There is no purely good or bad boss; we embody both.
- Pressure can corrupt good management behaviours.
- Success in leadership is about being pressure-proof.
- Good delegation is crucial to avoid burnout.
- Effective communication reduces misunderstandings.
- Business is personal; acknowledge employees’ feelings.
- Empathy can enhance employee performance and trust.
- Mentorship is vital for career advancement.
- Meetings should have clear goals and context.
- Use mapping to reduce power gaps with employees. Leadership requires a different set of skills than being a subordinate.
- Gathering multiple perspectives can prevent costly mistakes.
- Listening is a crucial skill for effective leadership.
- Gender dynamics play a significant role in leadership styles.
- New leaders should take time to understand the organization before making changes.
- Self-assessment is vital for long-term leaders to identify blind spots.
- Managing emotions is essential for rational decision-making.
- Creating a culture of open communication enhances team dynamics.
- Leaders should avoid the temptation to always have the answers.
- Real-life examples illustrate the impact of good leadership practices.
Things I Mentioned in the Episode
- Buy a copy of Sabina Nawaz’s new book You’re the Boss
- I’m giving away copies of all the books featured in this season of the podcast! To enter, visit jessicamoorhouse.com/contests
- My free resource library, where you can find budget spreadsheets & more!
- Apply to enroll in my investing course Wealth Building Blueprint for Canadians
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