Today we’re going to talk about the trouble you can get into when every single person on your team directly reports to you. Five or less is best. You’ve heard me mention this many times, but you resist it, thinking your business would break if you didn’t have your hand in everything, your eyes overseeing everything and everyone. That’s not true.Members of the Leadership Lab who restructure their team all tell me, “I should have done this sooner!”   

243: The Trouble with Too Many Direct Reports

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Continuing with our series designed specifically for Team Leaders, today it’s all about how complacency is a crucial pitfall in leadership. It can be felt as people becoming too comfortable and that increases everyone’s risk of stagnation. This episode sheds light on the subtle yet destructive effects of complacency and offers actionable strategies to invigorate and empower your team.  You’ll learn how complacency manifests, the consequences it can have on your business's growth and client relationships, and provide practical advice to help you and your team aim for continual improvement. Work with Shelli Warren:  Apply now to join the Leadership Lab. Apply now to join the Leadership Lab 101. Enroll your key team members into the TEAM Leader Program. Learn more about Personal Guided Development from Shelli.  Confidence Starts Here:  Get the Ask Shelli scripts to know what to say and how to say it.  Free Resources:  Click here to get the 12 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without a Pay Raise guide. Click here for free resources and tools from Stacking Your Team. Click here to get the guide on how to position your role as their next best career move.  Connect with Shelli Warren:  Email: leader@stackingyourteam.com Instagram LinkedIn Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter 

317: Hey Team Leader, Complacency is Your Enemy

Confrontation doesn’t have to be scary. You can turn tough talks into team triumphs and our  focus today is on why confrontation should be viewed not as your foe, but as your ally in the workplace.  We'll debunk myths, discuss the constructive power of confrontation, and provide you with practical strategies to handle it with grace and effectiveness.  Tune in as we explore how embracing confrontation can actually streamline productivity, reinforce accountability, and foster a transparent team culture, ultimately pushing your small business towards success.  Work with Shelli Warren:  Apply now to join the Leadership Lab. Apply now to join the Leadership Lab 101. Enroll your key team members into the TEAM Leader Program. Learn more about Personal Guided Development from Shelli.  Confidence Starts Here:  Get the Ask Shelli scripts to know what to say and how to say it.  Free Resources:  Click here to get the 12 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without a Pay Raise guide. Click here for free resources and tools from Stacking Your Team. Click here to get the guide on how to position your role as their next best career move.  Connect with Shelli Warren:  Email: leader@stackingyourteam.com Instagram LinkedIn Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter 

316: Hey Team Leader, Confrontation Is Your Friend

Have you ever been caught understaffed during the summer months, or experienced the guilt of trying to take a well-deserved break only to have your team ping you with questions? Those days are over! In this episode, we'll explore the crucial balance between risk and reward as the warm weather rolls in, and I'll share some tips to help you plan ahead. We'll talk about managing time-off requests, ensuring your team has proper cross-training, and setting boundaries for contact while on vacation so that you can actually relax. So, get ready to confidently step away from your day-to-day, knowing that your team has everything under control.  It's time to build a business and a team that thrives, with or without you on deck! Work with Shelli Warren:  Apply now to join the Leadership Lab. Apply now to join the Leadership Lab 101. Enroll your key team members into the TEAM Leader Program. Learn more about Personal Guided Development from Shelli.  Confidence Starts Here:  Get the Ask Shelli scripts to know what to say and how to say it.  Free Resources:  Click here to get the 12 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without a Pay Raise guide. Click here for free resources and tools from Stacking Your Team. Click here to get the guide on how to position your role as their next best career move.  Connect with Shelli Warren:  Email: leader@stackingyourteam.com Instagram LinkedIn Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter 

315: Super Summer Prep Activities for Your Business & Team

Today, we're delving into a topic that I know keeps many of you up at night: how to maintain those crucial connections with a large team. Recently, we tackled the fatal mistakes leaders make in 1:1’s and the pivotal reason people pack up and leave - feeling disconnected from you and their work.  But when you've got a hefty team, those 1:1’s can't consume all your time, can they? Whether you've got leaders in place or you're juggling the 1:1’s solo, I'm here to debunk the myths and pave a clear path for effective leadership. Work with Shelli Warren:  Apply now to join the Leadership Lab. Apply now to join the Leadership Lab 101. Enroll your key team members into the TEAM Leader Program. Learn more about Personal Guided Development from Shelli.  Confidence Starts Here:  Get the Ask Shelli scripts to know what to say and how to say it.  Free Resources:  Click here to get the 12 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without a Pay Raise guide. Click here for free resources and tools from Stacking Your Team. Click here to get the guide on how to position your role as their next best career move.  Connect with Shelli Warren:  Email: leader@stackingyourteam.com Instagram LinkedIn Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter 

314: Strategies for Maintaining Connections with a Large Team

Have you ever thought that your 1:1 meetings with your team members could be better?    Today, I’m uncovering the crucial errors leaders often make during these personal discussions—and how you can avoid them. Whether you're just starting out with 1:1’s or you're an experienced leader looking to fine-tune your skills, you’ll learn how to ensure that each team member leaves their 1:1 feeling heard, clear on their next steps, and genuinely connected to their work.   Work with Shelli Warren:  Apply now to join the Leadership Lab. Apply now to join the Leadership Lab 101. Enroll your key team members into the TEAM Leader Program. Learn more about Personal Guided Development from Shelli.  Confidence Starts Here:  Get the Ask Shelli scripts to know what to say and how to say it.  Free Resources:  Click here to get the 12 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without a Pay Raise guide. Click here for free resources and tools from Stacking Your Team. Click here to get the guide on how to position your role as their next best career move.  Connect with Shelli Warren:  Email: leader@stackingyourteam.com Instagram LinkedIn Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter 

243: The Trouble with Too Many Direct Reports

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