The New Manager Playbook with Lia Garvin

146: Helping your team ask for help without wasting your time


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Struggling with team members who hesitate to ask for help until it’s too late? In this episode, I introduce a three-step framework that empowers your team to frame their problems clearly and seek your guidance more efficiently. Discover how to foster proactive problem-solving, keep accountability with your team, and create a culture where they feel confident approaching you without taking up too much of your time. Whether you’re a manager or business owner, these strategies can transform how your team handles challenges, saving time for everyone.

Key Topics Covered:

  • Why Team Members Hesitate to Ask for Help [0:00]
    Explore why some team members hold back and how to create an open door for more effective conversations.
  • The Problem Framing Framework [4:30]
    Learn three steps to guide your team in articulating where they’re stuck, what they’ve tried, and how you can help.
  • Maintaining Accountability While Providing Support [10:15]
    Discover how to help your team solve problems without taking over, building confidence and autonomy.
  • Building a Culture of Proactive Problem-Solving [17:20]
    See how this approach cultivates a more efficient, empowered, and aligned team culture.

Did you know I lead team workshops on all the topics I cover here? I work with everyone—from large companies like Google to startups, agencies, and small businesses like law firms and med spas. Whether it’s making feedback conversations easier, guiding teams through change, or empowering your team to step up as owners, I provide tools to tackle tough team challenges with confidence. Reach out at [email protected] or share my info with your decision maker, and let’s make team management simpler and more fun.

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WORK WITH LIA:

How many times have you thought "I wish this whole managing people thing was a little easier" or better yet - "tell me what to do to be a better manager and I'll do it"?

I've got you covered ;) Head to liagarvin.com/actiontracker for my list of 10 things you can do each week to get better results from your team and make your job easier.  

Want some support for yourself or your team, let's chat! Schedule a call here: calendly.com/liagarvin/scaleup-strategy 

CONNECT WITH LIA:

Website: https://www.liagarvin.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liagarvin/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvin/

Music by: https://www.instagram.com/isaacy8s/

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