The New Manager Podcast

"Control the control-ables." "Focus on your sphere of influence." How does this help you be a great manager? It reminds you to look for agency. In this episode you'll gain insight to why this matters, and a few key examples to get you thinking about your own situation.

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How do you get out of overwhelm? This episode walks you through the story of how one client found a path out. You'll hear how she first approached the challenge, what shifted after she started coaching, and what changed as a result. You'll learn more about human-centered leadership and why self-awareness and skill are so important to creating a sustainable solution. It must begin with you. Let's discuss!

**After the Episode**

Enroll in Communication Skills for Managers:

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For private coaching:

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Follow me on LinkedIn:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠⁠⁠

Become a more calm and confident leader:

⁠⁠⁠https://insighttimer.com/meditation-courses/mindfulness-for-managers-at-work⁠⁠

Come to my free workshop on Self-Advocacy this Tuesday, August 15th! You'll get a perspective and roadmap that will make it so much easier for you to feel confident asking for things for yourself. "You don't get what you don't ask for", so lets build the skill of asking.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/self-advocacy-asking-your-work-for-professional-development-tickets-695608141677

Details about the Group Program are on the sign-up page HERE

Discuss 1:1 coaching on a consultation HERE

Not sure which one is best for your needs and situation? Book a consult and let's talk about it.

Every manager will face situations that create feelings of anxiety. Which is why Self-Care is so important, especially when it comes to human-centered leadership. In this episode you'll learn more about how to think about Self-Care, why it makes you a more effective manager, how connection reduces anxiety, and more. Let's discuss!

**After the Episode**

Enroll in Communication Skills for Managers:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠⁠⁠⁠

For private coaching:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Follow me on LinkedIn:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠⁠⁠

Become a more calm and confident leader:

⁠⁠⁠https://insighttimer.com/meditation-courses/mindfulness-for-managers-at-work⁠⁠

Learn more about the Cartier Women's Initiative here: https://www.cartierwomensinitiative.com/

If you avoid confrontation, you're not alone! Many new managers are uncomfortable with confrontation, especially if you've had success by keeping a low profile, keeping your head down, and working hard to keep the peace.

Being an effective communicator means that sometimes you'll have to be direct -- even if you fear confrontation.

In this episode, I'll break down what a confrontation really is, and then walk you through an approach to help you get past the habit of avoiding confrontations. So you can feel more prepared and confident, and worry less. Let's discuss!

**After the Episode**

Enroll in Communication Skills for Managers:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠⁠⁠⁠

For private coaching:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Follow me on LinkedIn:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠⁠⁠

Become a more calm and confident leader:

⁠⁠⁠https://insighttimer.com/meditation-courses/mindfulness-for-managers-at-work⁠⁠

Being a great manager doesn't mean having all the answers. There are many times you will need to coach someone on your team, or get curious about why something isn't happening.

You'll want to know how the other person is thinking, what their process is, and where they're going off course -- so you can understand how best to help.

That's when to use this phrase: "Walk me through. . ." Listen to learn more about how and when to use this phrase to unlock more clarity, understanding, trust, and possibilities at work.

**After the Episode**

Enroll in Communication Skills for Managers:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠⁠⁠⁠

For private coaching:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Follow me on LinkedIn:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠⁠⁠

Become a more calm and confident leader:

⁠⁠⁠https://insighttimer.com/meditation-courses/mindfulness-for-managers-at-work⁠⁠

If you look at your calendar and feel like you don't have enough boxes of time for all the things on your To Do list, this episode will help! Learn 5 ways to think about managing your time so you feel more in control and less overwhelmed.

Each one is like a lens: 1) Energy, 2) Attention, 3) Emotions, 4) Decision Making, and 5) Communication.

When you see a bit differently and develop your skills, it will change how you work with the time you have, and you'll be more effective in a way that works for you.

**After the Episode**

Enroll in Communication Skills for Managers:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠⁠⁠⁠

For private coaching:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Follow me on LinkedIn:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠⁠⁠

Become a more calm and confident leader:

⁠⁠⁠https://insighttimer.com/meditation-courses/mindfulness-for-managers-at-work⁠⁠

To give effective feedback, there is one question you must ask yourself first. In this episode, learn more about giving effective feedback and why it's important to develop this skill in your career -- and the sooner, the better!

Plus, if you're introvert or are just feeling a little more socially awkward these days, you'll get some ideas that will help you feel prepared for in-person events and gatherings. Let's discuss!

**After the Episode**

Enroll in Communication Skills for Managers:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠⁠⁠⁠

For private coaching:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Follow me on LinkedIn:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠⁠⁠

Become a more calm and confident leader:

⁠⁠⁠https://insighttimer.com/meditation-courses/mindfulness-for-managers-at-work⁠⁠

Learn about the difference between Decision Making, Discretion, and Influence and what they can look like in the workplace. You will use them all throughout your career, and when you become a manager the way you think about them will begin to change.

As a leader, you must become more aware of how you make decisions -- because it becomes a bigger part of your job, even (or especially) in times of uncertainty or imperfect information.

The more you begin to understand about Discretion and Influence, the more you'll see ways to manage up. Let's discuss!

**After the Episode**

Enroll in Communication Skills for Managers:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠⁠⁠⁠

For private coaching:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Follow me on LinkedIn:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠⁠⁠

Become a more calm and confident leader:

⁠⁠⁠https://insighttimer.com/meditation-courses/mindfulness-for-managers-at-work⁠⁠

One of the most-listened to episodes is about the Support & Authority Map. It's a framework that will help you be more effective by adjusting the amount of Support and Authority (like giving clear direction, making decisions, etc) you bring to any relationship or situation.

A good manager knows how to be flexible, so you can work with a range of people and situations.

This will give you a tool to help you understand what that can look like, and why you see certain patterns of behavior (in yourself, and others). Let's discuss!

Read more and see the illustration I talk about here: https://medium.com/@kimnicol/the-framework-i-use-for-teaching-soft-skills-to-new-managers-2eb59bc009ba

**After the Episode**

Enroll in Communication Skills for Managers:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies⁠⁠⁠⁠

For private coaching:

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kimnicol.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Follow me on LinkedIn:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/⁠⁠⁠

Become a more calm and confident leader:

⁠⁠⁠https://insighttimer.com/meditation-courses/mindfulness-for-managers-at-work⁠⁠