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Takeaways

• Managing solely based on numbers limits creativity and understanding.
• Focusing too much on hitting quarterly numbers can lead to short-term decision-making and ethical creep.
• Kicking problems down the road only amplifies the fallout and reduces control over when they need to be addressed.

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Takeaways

• Metrics are important, but they can become distractions if they are not aligned with the purpose and why behind the numbers.
• Focusing solely on metrics can lead to a lack of collaboration, creativity, and employee development.
• Leadership plays a crucial role in guiding employees to understand the purpose behind metrics and ensuring that the metrics are designed to measure the right things.
• Metrics like assets under management (AUM) in the financial planning industry may not capture the full picture of success and can lead to misguided focus.

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Takeaways

• Measurement has a direct influence on employee behaviors.
• Focusing solely on lagging indicators, such as sales quotas, can lead to a short-term focus and neglect of other important aspects, such as customer relationships.
• Measuring employee development can drive behaviors such as taking training seriously and seeking opportunities to learn.
• Leading indicators, which teach people how to achieve desired results, are more effective than lagging indicators.
• Developing employees and creating a culture of continuous improvement are key to long-term success.

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Takeaways

• Evaluate employees based on their current contributions, not just their potential.
• Hiring someone based on future projections can lead to dysfunction and hinder growth.
• Transparent communication about career development is crucial for both employees and companies.
• Companies and employees need to adapt and evolve to meet changing needs and goals.

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• The responsibility for hiring effective team members lies with the business
• Becoming world-class requires personal drive and passion
• The business can support and provide tools for growth, but the individual must strive for excellence

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Takeaways:
- Incapable people should not be kept in positions, regardless of their tenure or past contributions.
- Job changes and business growth may require different skill sets, and individuals need to be willing to adapt or make a change.
- Open communication and proactive planning are essential in addressing the issue of incapable people in positions.
- Leaders need to prioritize the success of the business over personal relationships and make difficult decisions when necessary.

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Takeaways:

- Bad managers are not disciplined and need to be told what to do.

• - Being a good employee does not necessarily make someone a good manager.
• - Individual contributors can be more impactful and valuable than managers.
• - Employees should set an example and be accountable for their actions.
• - Understanding different career paths and finding the right fit is crucial for success.
• - Bad management can have a negative impact on the foundation of an organization.

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Takeaways:
- Bad managers point fingers and say they were right when things fail, creating conflicts within the organization.
- Leaders should prioritize execution and learning from failures instead of focusing on who is right or wrong.
- Support and show up for the organization, even if you don't agree with every decision.
- Toxicity and negativity from managers can spread throughout the organization, leading to a multitude of issues.

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Takeaways:
- Bad managers make excuses instead of taking accountability for their actions.
- There is a difference between excuses and reasons. Managers should provide reasons for their failures or shortcomings.
- Open communication and honest feedback are essential for building trust within an organization.
- Mistakes and failures are opportunities for learning and growth.
- Continuous improvement should be a priority for managers.

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Takeaways:
- Updating and evolving systems, processes, and training is crucial as a company grows.
- Teaching the 'why' behind things and empowering employees to think critically leads to better understanding and improvement.
- A lack of a robust training program can result in outdated systems and resistance to change.
- Skilled trainers who understand the job and can effectively teach others are essential.
- Training should be continuous and include upskilling and development at all levels.

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