Managing Made Simple

As leaders, we often focus on giving feedback, but how often do we ask for it? In today’s episode, I’m diving into why asking for feedback from your team is just as important as giving it. By making feedback a two-way street, you build trust, create psychological safety, and foster stronger relationships with your team. I’ll share practical tips on how to ask for feedback effectively, what questions to ask, and how to keep the door open for ongoing conversations.

Tune in to learn how asking for feedback can take your leadership to the next level.

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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 

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Do you really know how your team is doing, or are you just kinda guessing? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down a stat that really caught my attention—89% of managers think their team members are thriving, but only 24% of employees agree. That’s a 65% disconnect! In this episode, I dive into why leaders can be so out of touch with how their teams are really feeling and what to do to fix it.

We’ll cover how to check in with your team, ask the right questions to understand what they need, and prevent expensive turnover and burnout.

Tune in to learn how you can better support your team, close the gap, and keep your business running smoothly.

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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/

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When hiring new team members, the pressure is on. We want to get it right, but there are so many things to consider that it can be really overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be! In today’s episode, I break down the key steps to hiring well—from defining what you need to set your new hires up for success. Find out how to assess candidates beyond their skills, ensure they align with your company’s values, and why offering competitive pay is key to retaining talent.

Ready to make your next hire a great one? Tune in and get the tips you need to build a team that will make your job easier! 

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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/

In today’s episode, I tackle a common challenge for new managers: earning the respect of your team. Whether you’re stepping into a leadership role for the first time, managing former colleagues, or navigating new team dynamics, getting your team on board can feel like an uphill battle. I’ll share practical tips on how to build genuine relationships, assert your authority, and set clear communication channels to help you lead with confidence.

Tune in to learn how to turn the corner from struggling for respect to being the leader your team wants to follow.

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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.  

Book your Scale-up strategy call to dive into where you're getting stuck with your team and learn more about how we can work together: 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/

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As leaders, we often struggle with delegating, telling ourselves that we’re protecting our team from burnout. But is that the real thing stopping us? In this episode, I dive into the reasons why we sometimes hesitate to delegate and how we can overcome these challenges. From setting the right context to building trust and having load-balancing conversations, I’ll share practical tips to help you delegate effectively while empowering your team.

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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.  

Book your Scale-up strategy call to dive into where you're getting stuck with your team and learn more about how we can work together: 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/

Ever find yourself repeating the same instructions to your team, wondering why they aren’t following through? In this episode of Managing Made Simple, I dive into the root cause: lack of accountability. I’ll share practical strategies for building a culture where your team takes ownership and gets things done the first time. Learn how to effectively use task tracking systems, follow up consistently, and communicate the “why” behind every task so your team is motivated to deliver.

Ready to stop repeating yourself? Tune in now!

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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.  

Book your Scale-up strategy call to dive into where you're getting stuck with your team and learn more about how we can work together: 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/

We all have those team members we know we can rely on for that last minute request, to jump in and fix a problem no one was able to solve, even to remember those birthdays and special moments that create a strong team culture. But are all recognizing the importance of their contribution to the team?

Sadly, these folks often run the risk of being held back in their careers because we don't see them as strategic, a trap I myself fell into in my early career. In this episode, I show you how to support your team members break free of this trap so they can have thriving careers and you don't lose the important work they're delivering.

In the episode I mention the Wall St Journal article I was interviewed for talking about this topic, check it out here! Yes I know there's a paywall, I don't make the rules ;)

https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/workplace/office-workhorse-how-get-ahead-2d3a6e46

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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.  

Book your Scale-up strategy call to dive into where you're getting stuck with your team and learn more about how we can work together: 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/

The topic of burnout is constantly top of mind for team leaders and business owners, and let's face it, we all know it isn't solved with a spa day or even a 2-week vacation. 

In episode 133 of Managing Made Simple, I share concrete strategies for preventing yourself from burning out as a leader - because quitting your job or shutting down your business when everything feels like it's too much doesn't have to be the go-to thought. 

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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.  

Book your Scale-up strategy call to dive into where you're getting stuck with your team and learn more about how we can work together: 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/

Employee turnover is EXPENSIVE. Not only from a time and money perspective, but for morale and motivation as well.... which ends up costing you money on the end anyway.

The Gallup organization recently reported that 42% of employee turnover is preventable - so today I'm sharing three ways to keep the team members that you worked so hard to hire and onboard in the first place. Spoiler, all of these are things you can do TODAY.

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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.  

Book your Scale-up strategy call to dive into where you're getting stuck with your team and learn more about how we can work together: 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/

We're all trying to save money where we can right now - but when it comes to paying your team members, that's not the place to trim the fat.

In this "hot take" episode of Managing Made Simple, I talk about why we need to pay our team members well if we want them to do good work - and remind you to ask the question when determining what to pay someone "would you do a good job, in this job, for this pay?" If the answer is no, then well, you have your answer.

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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.  

Book your Scale-up strategy call to dive into where you're getting stuck with your team and learn more about how we can work together: 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/