How to work with someone who is grieving?

 

In this episode, I reflect about how to help someone in your team who is grieving and is coping with loss.

 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:

• At 3:36, what to do when you have someone in the office who has lost a loved one;
• At 5:29, each culture has a different way to dealing with losses;
• At 6:56, what to expect from the person who is grieving;
• At 9:06, understand what the person may need to do after they lose someone;
• At 11:03, who should you contact if you need help managing someone who is grieving;
• At 11:46, how to be a supportive manager during these difficult situations;

 

THE ONE THING TO TAKE AWAY FROM THIS EPISODE:

• Be a manager someone can fully rely on: understand the grieving process the person is going through and respect their feelings.

 

LINKS & TOOLS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Learn more: rodrigocaetano.com/podcast
• Connect with Rodrigo: Contact me!
• Get my best work: Practical Management Tips

 

 

At work, do you feel more like fish outside the water? Or do you feel you are someone who is fully engaged on what you are working on?

 

In this episode, I’ll share a story about someone who inspired me how to deal with situations where you don’t feel you are in the right place.

 

In This Episode You will Learn:

• At 0:57, An important question I want to ask you;
• At 2:55, A story of a friend who didn't think he was on his element;
• At 6:04, How the story impacted me;
• At 7:02, What happens if you don't say anything;
• At 7:26, What should you do when you don't feel you are in your element;

 

The One Thing to Take Away from This Episode:

• Are you not on your element? Do something about it! Don’t wait for things to change.

 

 

Links & Tools from This Episode:

• Learn more: rodrigocaetano.com/podcast
• Connect with Rodrigo: Contact me!
• Get my best work: Practical Management Tips

Do you think problems can solve themselves?

In this episode I share a story from my development days regarding an intermittent problem that taught me a great lesson.

There are different ways you can deal with problems in your organization. One is to merely disregard them, thinking they will solve themselves.

In reality, the most difficult problems, commonly related to cross-organization integrations, are those that are neglected and have a huge effect on your deliverables.

Do you want to learn my take on this? Listen to this episode…

 

In this episode you will learn:

• I share a personal story that helped me understand the value of fixing broken things;
• I tell why this story was important for my managerial career;
• I give you six things you can do to find and fix issues in your organization;

 

The one take away from this episode:

• You need to be open and confident to learn what isn’t working in your organization. Unless you act, these problems will never be solved.

 

Links & Tools from this episode:

• Listen to more episodes: https://rodrigocaetano.com/podcast
• Connect with Rodrigo Caetano: Contact me!
• Subscribe and Get my best work: Practical Management Tips

 

 

If you are managing change, listen to this episode.

Some people are afraid of changing things. I know...

In this episode, I share a story that happened early on in my career. This was a big lesson about building something new and completely changing how people worked. 

We often forget the impact we bring when we build something new. When you build something that really works, people will never miss the old system or approach. Keep listening...

 

In This Episode You will Learn:

• At 1:05, a big lesson I’ve learned early on my career;
• At 7:13, the point I want to make with this story;
• At 8:02, no one misses the dinosaurs;

 

 

The One Thing to Take Away from This Episode: 

• No one will care about the old system when you implement something that works really well and help them in a tremendous way.

 

 

Links & Tools from This Episode:

• Learn more: rodrigocaetano.com/podcast
• Connect with Rodrigo: Contact me!
• Get my best work: Practical Management Tips

 

Can you believe we’ve reached our 50th episode?

In this episode, I have a special guest. This person always wanted to know more about my work. So, we put some questions together and let her do the interview.

Let’s celebrate! 50 episodes is a big milestones and I’m super excited about what’s coming next. It’s been really fun to be with you in this journey.

 

In This Episode You will Learn:

• At 0:47, a behind the scenes look at my work in my consulting company and the type of work I do;
• At 7:35, a tip on how to become a better manager;
• At 9:04, a tip on where to start when you are struggling with your team;
• At 13:00, learn how I became a podcaster;

 

The One Thing to Take Away from This Episode:

It’s really great to be producing this podcast and it is a pleasure to get in touch with you. Let’s start a conversation. Send me an email at [email protected] 

 

Links & Tools from This Episode:

Learn more: rodrigocaetano.com/podcast

Connect with Rodrigo: Contact me!

Get my best work: Practical Management Tips 

Do you think pressuring people will get more done in your project?

When something doesn’t get done, you may think that pressuring people may help you get more results. You may think this is a good way to get things done. However, there are better ways to deal with this problem.

In this episode I’ll share my advice on how to deal with this situation…

 

References:

• 5 Mistakes When Setting Goals Serieshttps://rodrigocaetano.com/goal-series

 

What’s the best way to create a transition plan?

In this episode, I’ll share my experience undergoing transitions and provide my advice on how to minimize issues during the management changes.

Are you rushing through decisions and causing your own problems?         

Decision making in management – In this episode, learn how to deal with pressure and make decisions that will have a positive impact in your team. 

 

How can you stop sounding like a broken record?

You’ve probably been to that situation where you are trying to avoid a major issue, but now one is listening to you. It seems everyone is focussed on their own issues and don’t realize that if they don’t act immediately, they will be dealing with a big fire down the road.

Yes, it’s frustrating to not be listened. However, there are a few things you can do to get a different result.

In this episode, I’ll discuss alternatives and what to do when you are not being heard. Keep listening…

Hi! I’m Rodrigo Caetano and I’m a technology strategist and advisor.

I care deeply about how you manage your team.

From a virtual location around the globe, here is my new advice podcast.

Strategic What?! Podcast

The way you lead will not only affect your life, but also the lives of all who report to you and are around you: your family, friends and work colleagues.

If you do it well, you will inspire your team as well as everyone who interacts with you.

I’ve been on your shoes. Having transitioned from a highly technical position into a management role, I know how difficult it is. I feel your pain.

Managing can be frustrating, difficult and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be that way.

Managing can be fun and exciting!

In my podcast, I’ll provide you tips on how to become more productive as a better manager, innovator and planner.

My show is structured to address specific questions, such as:

• “What should I never delegate?”
• “How do I avoid burn out?”
• “How do I avoid getting stuck in the trenches?”

I’ll give you my best answer, as if we were in a real-life consulting session.

My goal is to keep it really short, simple and practical. That way, you can listen to the podcast on the way to work and put the advice into practice as soon as you get to the office.

Do you need help? Just fire me a message at [email protected]

 

My name is Rodrigo Caetano and I help innovators become better leaders and take control of their projects.

Visit my site at: rodrigocaetano.com