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Tag: new team leader
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Should a Good Leader Be Feared or Respected?
“Management by fear” is a long-standing joke in the Army, but is there some truth to it? Should we, as leaders, induce anxiety and fear in the name of goal achievement? Many people I meet say that it’s not working and it’s not moral to do so, but my experience tells me differently. A leader…
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Famous Leaders Who Didn’t Want to Lead!
Being active in the leadership development community, I am often presented with an illusion that leaders are people who have an innate want and ability to lead. But spending 12+ years in the military, I know this is far from the truth; we put people in positions where they must teach. Many people want to avoid leading…
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Is It Bad to Be a Follower Instead of a Leader?
In a world governed by social media and news agencies, It is easy to believe that the things we see the most are the most important. And that happens to be the leaders rather than the followers, so what is the value of being a follower? It is not bad to be a follower instead…
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Is a Team Lead Position Worth It? (Free Assessment Tool)
Are you considering a future career in your organization, or maybe you have already been offered a position as a team lead? Are you trying to figure out if it’s worth it or not? A team lead position is worth it if you believe it’s important to impact decisions, increase your salary, and boost your…
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Is It Hard to Be a Team Leader? Lessons From Leaders!
When I started my latest position as a team leader of a bomb disposal unit, I was nervous and anxious that being a team leader would be too hard. What if I failed to provide a clear vision, and the team struggled because of me? What if I am the limiting factor, hindering the team’s…
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Testing Leadership Skills in Interview: Red Flags, Questions!
I was once tasked with recruiting five new team leaders for our company; I thought this would be a walk in the park since I knew what made a good leader. I was quickly humbled when I realized there’s a difference between knowing what a good leader and what signs to look for during an…
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Is The Self Authoring Suite Useful For Leaders? (Review)
Being a team leader for 12 years, my experience is that most self-improvement programs and apps capture our attention with their beautiful interface and catchy slogans; the Jordan Peterson Self Authoring Suite is different. It has removed all the unnecessary and is single-mindedly aimed at helping you become a better person. The Jordan Peterson Self…
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12 Shared Qualities of Outstanding Small Team Leaders!
Upon asking leaders, employees, and soldiers, “What do you think makes a good leader?” all gave a different answer. However, when analyzing the responses of big groups of people, I have encountered some recurring themes that revolve around a few key qualities that only a leader can bring their team to success. So, which are…
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Lead as If You Had The Experience! (8 Tips For New Managers)
Confident managers make it seem like leading a team is easy. But every leader had a moment where it was the first time they were in charge of a team. Most of us felt nervous and anxious, and we thought, “I better not screw this up so they think I’m a bad boss.” Maybe you…
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How to Set Expectations on a Team (For New Leaders)
Setting expectations with a new team can be tricky, but it should be first on your to-do list. If you do things right, you can avoid stumbling blocks, such as misunderstandings, misconceptions, low productivity, and loss of direction. Proficiently managing your new team requires you to set goals and expectations early on so the team…