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1372: [Part 2] How Leaders Can Get More Done Through Others: How Micromanagement Can Kill Productivity and Creativity by Laura Stack of The Productivity Pro
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Episode 1372:
The higher you climb in leadership, the more critical it is to focus on strategic elements that drive value, rather than getting bogged down in details. Laura Stack emphasizes the importance of trusting capable employees, fostering their engagement, and providing necessary training. This approach not only boosts productivity and creativity but also enhances overall organizational success by allowing leaders to maintain a strategic, big-picture perspective.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://theproductivitypro.com/blog/2011/07/how-leaders-can-get-more-done-through-others-how-micromanagement-can-kill-productivity-and-creativity/
Quotes to ponder:
"Put good people in place, get all those other big-picture ducks in a row, and the little things will fall into line with a minimum of fuss."
"Let them take initiative in their work, and let them know that they’re allowed to. This requires something of a hands-off attitude, though again, abdication is never a good idea."
"Encourage their participation in the company’s success. In short, give them an opportunity to grow and flourish, without being stifled by your constant hovering."
Episode references:
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us: https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Surprising-Truth-About-Motivates/dp/1594484805
First, Break All the Rules: What the World's Greatest Managers Do Differently: https://www.amazon.com/First-Break-All-Rules-Differently/dp/1595621113
The One Minute Manager: https://www.amazon.com/One-Minute-Manager-Kenneth-Blanchard/dp/074350917X
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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 1372:
The higher you climb in leadership, the more critical it is to focus on strategic elements that drive value, rather than getting bogged down in details. Laura Stack emphasizes the importance of trusting capable employees, fostering their engagement, and providing necessary training. This approach not only boosts productivity and creativity but also enhances overall organizational success by allowing leaders to maintain a strategic, big-picture perspective.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://theproductivitypro.com/blog/2011/07/how-leaders-can-get-more-done-through-others-how-micromanagement-can-kill-productivity-and-creativity/
Quotes to ponder:
"Put good people in place, get all those other big-picture ducks in a row, and the little things will fall into line with a minimum of fuss."
"Let them take initiative in their work, and let them know that they’re allowed to. This requires something of a hands-off attitude, though again, abdication is never a good idea."
"Encourage their participation in the company’s success. In short, give them an opportunity to grow and flourish, without being stifled by your constant hovering."
Episode references:
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us: https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Surprising-Truth-About-Motivates/dp/1594484805
First, Break All the Rules: What the World's Greatest Managers Do Differently: https://www.amazon.com/First-Break-All-Rules-Differently/dp/1595621113
The One Minute Manager: https://www.amazon.com/One-Minute-Manager-Kenneth-Blanchard/dp/074350917X
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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