Great Manager Newsletter - May 14, 2025
Coaching Style
On this day in 1932, New York held a “We Want Beer” parade. My only question is why we don’t have this parade every year!
Today’s one big thing discusses coaching styles. Needless to say, coaching is a huge part of managing. I think you’ll find the tips in this article helpful.
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1 Big Thing
Coaching Style
Effective leadership isn't about having all the answers, but about developing a coach-like approach that unlocks your team's potential. Michael Bungay Stanier, bestselling author of "The Coaching Habit," advocates for one fundamental shift in leadership behavior: becoming more curious and slowing down on giving advice. Research shows that world-class leaders of highly productive teams differentiate themselves not through IQ or strategic vision, but through their coaching approach that consistently gets the best out of their talent.
Watch This
When only a milkshake will do the job
A classic discussion from the great Clayton Christensen to help you reframe how you think about customers and the service or product you provide. This is a classic, but it as applicable today as it was when it first came out. Something you should share with your team.
By the Numbers
45.2%
Last month, only 45.2% of employees expressed confidence in their company’s six-month “business outlook,” according to Glassdoor data, down from 55.6% in March 2022. Job insecurities and recession fears have sparked anxiety and lowered confidence.
Words of Wisdom
Don't try to win over the haters; you are not a jackass whisperer.
― Brene Brown
Business Laughs
Discussion Topics
Can you share a situation where you had to make a tough decision, and how did you approach it?
Challenge for the week - Pick a coaching style that works for you and intentionally work on coaching 1 employee this week.
Have a great week. Be a great manager.