Startup Professionals Musings
JANUARY 26, 2022
Phrases like “holding people accountable” imply negative consequences or punishment, rather than rewards or providing the freedom and coaching to team members to choose their own actions, and pursue what matters most to them. Of course, to make this a culture, you have to overtly reward successes, and avoid negative penalties.
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 9, 2022
I enjoyed her recommendations and real-life stories as well as her self-coaching advice, which I will paraphrase here, combined with my own insights from the field: Take a hard look in the mirror to see yourself today. Mentors and coaches are always willing to help you find creative ways around roadblocks, even ones you don’t even see.
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Startup Professionals Musings
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
Of course, the first requirement is to get the education and tools you need to feel confident that you are ready, and have the mindset to be a leader in every role. Leadership elements include clear communication to all, providing support and coaching where required, and driving activities based on the big picture.
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 16, 2022
Of course, you as the business leader have a key role in making all this happen. Let your team members feel that they are constantly learning new things, and allow them to share their talents through coaching and mentoring assignments. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 4/1/2022. Social interactions.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 3, 2022
Of course, you need to be present to spot these changes, and not rely wholly on the input of others. Again, your first response must be to individually reinforce your expectations, and offer personal coaching on how to resolve the problem. Perhaps your team member needs coaching on how to say “no,” or needs time off to rejuvenate.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 17, 2022
Of course, how you do this effectively is critical. Take full advantage of every mentoring and coaching opportunity, and network with peers both inside and outside the company. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 8/2/2022. Your first priority should always be to sell yourself.
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 23, 2022
Of course, listening alone isn't enough. Spend time coaching and mentoring team members. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 3/9/2022. Your impact and leadership of people requires trust, and trust requires that you both find some common ground, and empathy, in the human realm of goals, interests, and drivers.
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