Managing Made Simple

AI tools can help—but what happens when your team leans on them too much? Discover how new managers can regain control, set clear expectations, and lead with purpose in an AI-driven workplace. Subscribe now for real-world leadership tools!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to manage AI usage in the workplace with intention

With the rise of ChatGPT, automation tools, and AI copywriting assistants, today’s managers are walking a tightrope. On one side: innovation and efficiency. On the other: unclear quality control, dropped context, and team members who may be over reliant on AI.

In this powerful episode of The New Manager Playbook, leadership expert Lia Garvin dives into the heart of AI in the workplace and what it means for modern leadership skills. 

You’ll learn why setting team expectations is your best weapon against AI misuse and how to help your people stay relevant—not replaced. Lia also addresses how to evaluate employee performance when the workload shifts, especially for freelancers and remote team members. With practical strategies for ethical AI in business, this episode will help you confidently navigate the future of work. 

If your team is leaning too hard on AI and you're unsure how to respond, this episode is for you. 

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Need a custom strategy to manage AI in your workplace? Book a workshop with Lia Garvin: [email protected]

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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"?

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

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

Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo

Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.

I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.

Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com

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

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© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Too many leaders are jumping into AI hoping it’ll fix their workflows—but without clarity on what needs fixing, it might just make things worse.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to identify the real problems AI should solve in your team.

In this episode of The New Manager Playbook, Lia Garvin breaks down a critical leadership skill for the AI era: discernment. With businesses rushing to adopt automation, Lia explains why understanding the specific problems you’re solving is the only way to ensure AI helps instead of hinders.

You’ll hear real client examples where confusion, fear, and inefficiency followed blind AI adoption—and how clarity of purpose turned things around. Lia outlines top use cases for automation (like data aggregation and information flow), while reminding managers that people-centric problems—like communication gaps and turnover—still need human solutions.

This is a must-listen for new and seasoned managers who want to lead with intention, empower their teams, and use AI as a tool—not a crutch.

Like what you heard? Subscribe to The New Manager Playbook and leave a review! Share this episode with a leader who needs to hear it.

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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"?

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

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

Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo

Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.

I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.

Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com

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

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© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

In this episode of The New Manager Playbook, Lia Garvin takes on a bold claim made by Sergey Brin — that managers are the easiest roles to automate. 

Drawing from her experience at tech giants like Google, Apple, and Microsoft, Lia argues that great managers are far from obsolete — they're essential. Learn why leadership, empathy, and cross-functional communication remain irreplaceable in the age of AI.

You’ll learn:

• Why management is more than task delegation

Whether you're a new manager or a seasoned leader, this episode will help you rethink how to lead in an era where automation is rising — but human connection still wins.

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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"?

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

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

Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo

Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.

I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.

Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com

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

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© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Missed deadlines, unclear expectations, and endless meetings? These aren’t random problems—they’re symptoms of a deeper issue: lack of accountability. In this episode, discover how to fix that. Subscribe now!

In this powerful episode, Lia Garvin breaks down what accountability really means (spoiler: it’s not blame or punishment) and how to create a team culture rooted in ownership. Learn practical tools to shift your team's mindset, build psychological safety, and stop wasting time and money on repeated mistakes. Accountability gets a bad rap. Too often, it’s mistaken for finger-pointing or harsh discipline, but Lia reframes it as ownership—like the difference between renting and owning a home. When team members feel like owners, they show up proactively, avoid costly mistakes, and invest emotionally in outcomes.

Lia walks through how to identify gaps in accountability, the hidden costs of inaction, and why even high performers will walk away from teams that lack clarity and follow-through. Whether you're in tech, healthcare, agencies, or running a med spa, the solution starts with candid conversations, clear expectations, and a culture of continual learning.

If you’re tired of decisions getting reopened and timelines slipping through the cracks, this episode is your accountability playbook.

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Website: liagarvin.com

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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"?

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

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

Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo

Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.

I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.

Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com

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

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© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Still Drowning in Meetings? Here’s How Smart Managers Reclaim Their Time

Feeling overwhelmed? Here's how managers can reclaim 5+ hours every week. Subscribe now!

In this episode of The New Manager Playbook, Lia Garvin tackles a challenge every leader faces: not having enough time. If you're a manager drowning in meetings, tasks, and pressure from above, this episode is your wake-up call. Learn how to reclaim your time, empower your team, and finally breathe again. Lia breaks down four powerful time-saving strategies—from delegating with purpose to defining what won’t get done.

Whether you're a new team lead or an experienced manager, this episode offers tactical tools to shift from burnout to balance.

🎧 Love this episode? Subscribe for more time-saving leadership tips and leave a review on your favorite streaming service. 

📬 Contact Lia: [email protected]

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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"?

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

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

Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo

Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.

I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.

Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com

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

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© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Is constant change in your team leaving everyone confused, frustrated, or burned out? In this Ask Me Anything episode of The New Manager Playbook, Lia Garvin dives into the hidden reason so many teams lose steam: unclear expectations in constantly shifting roles.

Responding to a powerful question from Stephanie, a rapidly scaling business owner, Lia shares how to maintain engagement while restructuring. You'll learn how to build clarity into flexible environments, set role expectations early, and lead with confidence—even when priorities shift daily.

🙋 Submit your question: https://liagarvin.com/podcast

 📧 Contact Lia: [email protected]

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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"?

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

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

Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo

Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.

I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.

Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com

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

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© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Stressed about layoffs, burnout, or quiet quitting? Learn how to lead with clarity when everything feels chaotic. Subscribe for weekly manager tips!

In this episode of the New Manager Playbook, Lia Garvin tackles one of today’s most pressing leadership challenges: navigating uncertainty without burning out—or losing your best people. From AI disruptions to economic shifts and employee burnout, leaders are under intense pressure. But what if your assumptions about your team are wrong?

Lia reveals how to close the communication gap between managers and employees, manage your own reactivity, and prevent high performers from walking out the door. Learn practical strategies to rebuild trust, re-engage your team, and lead with steadiness even when the future feels unstable.

🎯 Ready to stabilize your team during chaos? Apply these tips or reach out to Lia for coaching support.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.liagarvin.com

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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"?

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

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

Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo

Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.

I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.

Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com

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

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© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Every new manager faces it—that creeping feeling of "Am I really cut out for this?"

Whether you're managing former peers, stepping into a leadership role at a new company, or leveling up to a senior position, imposter feelings can be paralyzing. But they don’t have to define you. Lia shares a powerful framework and personal stories—including her time managing high-performing teams at Google, Microsoft, and Apple—to show how self-awareness, clarity of purpose, and intentional communication can flip the script and fast-track your leadership success.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• Why imposter syndrome hits hardest for new (and promoted) managers

👉 Download Lia’s free New Manager Toolkit and access more coaching at https://www.liagarvin.com

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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"?

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

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

Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo

Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.

I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.

Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com

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

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© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

In this episode of The New Manager Playbook, leadership expert Lia Garvin tackles one of the most misunderstood topics in the workplace: giving feedback that actually helps your team grow—even if it makes them uncomfortable.

Many new (and experienced) managers avoid feedback because they fear how it will be received. But here's the truth: growth doesn't happen in the comfort zone. If you're wondering how to help your team develop high standards, accountability, and resilience, this episode is your blueprint.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The right mindset to adopt around feedback

Whether you’re a new manager, a startup founder, or a team lead trying to build a performance-driven culture, this episode gives you the tools to give feedback that works.

👇 Ready to lead with confidence and clarity?

📩 Subscribe to The New Manager Playbook for weekly episodes that help you stop dreading management and start thriving in it.

🔗 Learn more about Lia's coaching & resources at https://liagarvin.com

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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"?

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

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

Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo

Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.

I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.

Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com

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

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© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Ever wake up at 3AM worrying if your team is on track? You're not alone—and better yet, you don't have to live like that anymore.

In this game-changing episode of the New Manager Playbook, Lia Garvin introduces the ultimate management hack: the Snippets Template—a simple but powerful weekly update system designed to give you total clarity without micromanaging. Whether you manage a remote team, run a small business, or lead in a corporate environment, this is the tool you’ve been missing.

If you’re tired of juggling endless task-tracking systems, feeling out of the loop, or constantly stressing about your projects, this episode is your roadmap to stress-free leadership.

✅ Why sophisticated task management systems still leave managers feeling stressed

💻 Download the FREE Snippets Template here: https://www.liagarvin.com/snippets

Inside, you’ll get the editable Google Doc and a step-by-step video on how to roll it out effectively!

🔔 Subscribe to New Manager Playbook for weekly leadership tools

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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"?

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

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

Download my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convo

Looking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.

I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.

Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.com

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

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© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple