Hi Managers!

Anonymous

January 31,2024 at 4:09PM UTC

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Hi Managers! (especially from the public sector)

I'm working on building a coaching program that teaches leadership skills to public sector managers. I have a long list of topics that I focused on in my role as a senior manager, but I'd love to hear your ideas! If you were to sign up for a coaching program to help you become a better leader, what topics would you expect to see on the agenda? THANK YOU!

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LizJanuary 31,2024 at 7:02PM UTC
To start...
Treating those who report to you with respect.
Providing BALANCED feedback (not just negative/never positive).
Praising publicly and criticizing privately (public criticism includes in person and via email with others copied in).
Managing your emotions (never take out your "bad morning" on someone at work).
Effective communication: *ask* BEFORE jumping to conclusions.
Make your expectations CLEAR and provide them UP FRONT. The worst is when the only time you get any expectations is via after-the-fact negative feedback.
Regina BrownJanuary 31,2024 at 8:41PM UTC
I have been a manager in public sector. I wish we had someone like you.
I would have like to see:
"How to handle employees that CHOOSE to do the bare minimum because it is a public sector position".
"How to explore 2024 and get out of the old ways of procedure because this is how it has always been done".
I know these can't be the titles but with public sector, the old ways seem to be the easiest ways to operate but not function.
We are in 2024...the 21st century.
AnonymousFebruary 1,2024 at 2:14PM UTC
Training in active listening.