Great Manager Newsletter - Oct 9, 2024
Intergenerational Relationships
Two quick reminders for you.
First, enrollment is still open for my Oct 16-17 class, Reducing the Stress of Managing. Click here to sign up or share this link with someone who might benefit.
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1 Big Thing
Intergenerational Relationships
The article "The Power of Intergenerational Relationships" discusses the benefits of fostering connections between different age groups in the workplace. It highlights that intergenerational relationships enhance innovation, knowledge sharing, and mutual learning. Younger employees gain from the experience and mentorship of older colleagues, while more seasoned workers benefit from fresh perspectives and digital savvy. Encouraging these relationships can help organizations create a more inclusive culture and leverage diverse skills to drive growth and adaptability.
Watch This
Coaching Great Leaders: Insights from Marshall Goldsmith
CEOs and aspiring leaders often encounter common challenges, such as the tendency to always win, overcontributing, and even a constant need to be right. According to Executive Coach Marshall Goldsmith, leaders can improve their leadership through feedback. It's important to recognize that effective leadership involves empowering others and fostering a culture of collaboration and growth. By shifting our focus from personal achievements to the collective success of the team, we can cultivate an environment where great people thrive and make a significant impact.
By the Numbers
55%
Recent findings from Gallup’s 2024 State of the Global Workplace report show the need to enhance manager engagement.
The research found only 16% are extremely satisfied at work, 31% are engaged and over half (55%) are looking for a new job. And when managers are disengaged so are their direct reports, with 70% of the variance in team engagement attributed to the manager.
Words of Wisdom
Be a question, looking for an answer.
― The Daily Coach
Business Laughs
Discussion Topics
What role does emotional intelligence play in your leadership approach?
What I'm working on this week....
Continuing to prep for my course - it is going to be great. You won’t want to miss it.
This weekend, I’ll be heading to Missouri to visit my daughter.
Have a great week. Be a great manager.