My growing collection of insights on leading through influence, communication, and systems thinking in technology organizations.
Sign up nowOne of the best ways to stretch yourself into new growth opportunities and demonstrate value is to tackle a known issue in a new way. However no matter what you come up with, driving change within an organization always starts with getting people to do something different than they’re used to.
This week, I’d like to share with you a handful of articles I came across over the past few weeks that I found particularly interesting and wanted to pass along to you.
As a leader, our teams look to us to guide them through turbulent times, even when we don’t necessarily have all the answers.
Good communication is often hailed as a cornerstone of effective teamwork and organizational success.
For the longest time, we’ve been taught to “Assume Positive Intent,” a mantra that encourages us to believe others act in good faith and to suppress the reflexivity of judgment of others when they act in a way that is counter to our own behaviors or values.
Meetings are necessary in all businesses, but by taking some guidance from systems thinking and Lean manufacturing, you can make sure you only hold those that are important and effective.
To make space for new leaders to grow, although it may seem counterintuitive and even a bit scary, you must start employing strategies to make yourself obsolete. Finding yourself solving the same problems over and over again is an indication your team isn’t growing to solve these problems.
When tech leads and product managers work as one, avenues for compromise, pushback, and the emergence of creative strategies are opened. Diverse perspectives and out-of-the-box thinking will be welcomed as everyone feels comfortable to participate, and problem-solving becomes a true team effort.
In the age of the “knowledge worker” so much of our ability to succeed is dependent on the active exchange of ideas. This is similar to having a “sparring partner” in martial arts or boxing — and being good in that role takes discipline and practice even if you are not landing any kicks or punches.
