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🚨 Uncover the Hidden Biases Undermining Your Workplace Today. Your decisions might not be as fair as you think. If bias is creeping into your work processes, it's affecting your team's success. Here's how to stop it: 1️⃣ Hiring Havoc 🔹Name Bias: John or Jane? Don't let unconscious bias choose for you. 🔹Affinity Bias: Hiring someone just like you? You're missing out on diverse talent. 👎🏽Result: Missed opportunities and stalled innovation. 2️⃣ Promotion Pitfalls 🔹Gender Bias: Leadership isn't about masculinity—it's about capability. 🔹Age Bias: Experience is not always about age. Young or old, talent knows no bounds. 👎🏽Result: Hidden potential stays hidden, and frustration builds. 3️⃣ Performance Problems 🔹Recency Bias: Don’t let the latest performance overshadow consistent achievements. 🔹Halo Effect: One strength can blind you to other critical areas of development. 👎🏽Result: Unfair evaluations, demotivated teams. 4️⃣ Meeting Mayhem 🔹Interruption Bias: Women’s voices are often interrupted—ensure they're heard. 🔹Idea Attribution: Make sure credit goes to the originator, not just the loudest voice. 👎🏽Result: Silenced voices, lost innovation. 5️⃣ Feedback Failures 🔹Confirmation Bias: Are you only seeing what you expect to see? 🔹Leniency Bias: Avoid sugarcoating—it stunts growth and perpetuates problems. 👎🏽Result: Issues remain unaddressed, growth is stifled. 6️⃣ Cultural Clashes 🔹Microaggressions: Small slights, big impact. Don’t overlook the power of words. 🔹Dominant Culture Bias: "That's how we do things here" isn't always the best way. 👎🏽Result: Exclusion, high turnover, and loss of diverse talent. By tackling these biases, you’ll unlock your team’s true potential, drive innovation and create an inclusive environment. 💬 How have you turned awareness of hidden biases into positive change at work? Share your strategies—we can learn from each other. 👉 Want to take action? To reduce implicit bias in the workplace, you’re gonna need your HR team’s help. Explore Melissa Malec's 10 rapid-fire strategies your HR can implement. #WorkplaceBias #DiversityAndInclusion #UnconsciousBias #LeadershipDevelopment #HRStrategy #TalentManagement #EquitableWorkplace #CorporateCulture #ProfessionalDevelopment #WorkplaceEquality

Do you know the 3 Ts for middle manager success? Middle managers are the backbone of your organization—yet they’re overwhelmed, under-resourced, and often the first to be let go. Forbes warned us earlier this year about the growing pressures on middle managers and the challenges they would face*. ⌛The clock is ticking, and with just 4 months left in 2024, it’s time to act before it’s too late. Let’s break it down: Your middle managers need the Three Ts—Time, Tools, and Training—to thrive and drive your organization forward. 1. Time: 🔹Shift Priorities: Free up middle managers by cutting unnecessary admin tasks, allowing them to focus on leading and coaching their teams. 🔹Use AI: Let AI tools handle repetitive work, giving your managers the time they need for people management, high-impact efforts. 2. Tools: 🔹Equip for Success: Provide your middle managers with the right digital tools to organize their workflow, run better meetings and do more managing. 🔹Increase Efficiency: Empower them with tools that make collaboration, communication, and project management less stressful. 3. Training: 🔹Develop Leadership Skills: Invest in people development skills to help navigate today’s challenges and lead with confidence. 🔹Foster Growth: Encourage real-time coaching and practice of skills to build a resilient, high-performance culture that can withstand any crisis. Cutting middle managers might seem like a quick fix, but it’s a move that could cripple your organization in the long run. Instead, focus on giving them the Time, Tools, and Training they need to succeed- with help from Waggle AI. 👉🏽Which of these Three Ts do your middle managers need the most help with? Ask them today! *link in comments. #MiddleManagement #LeadershipDevelopment #OrganizationalSuccess #2024Goals #Leadership #MiddleManagement #WorkplaceCulture #AI #Productivity #TeamSuccess #ManagerTraining #WaggleAI #BusinessGrowth #TimeManagement #LeadershipTraining #BusinessStrategy #2024Planning

Can leadership be taught? Helen’s journey proves it can. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about the real work: learning, empathy, and helping others grow. Here’s what we learned from Sarah T.'s interview with Helen Hodges, a remarkable leader who has scaled startups and helped companies with strategic and operational leadership. 🔹Founders shape culture: They set the tone for everything. 🔹Coaching is key: Guide your team to find their own solutions. 🔹Hire smart people: Encourage debate and welcome constructive challenges. 🔹Invest in your team: Prioritize growing talent from within. Facing these leadership challenges? Here’s how Helen Hodges has handled them: 💡Gauging skills in new areas: Building teams from scratch is tough. Setting parameters, knowing where to help, and giving the right feedback can be tricky. Helen’s solution? Regular peer group discussions to encourage peer coaching and cover different management aspects. 😣Managing burnout: Start by understanding the difference between stress and strain. Sometimes, you need a change—whether it’s scenery, mindset, a new role, or a new challenge. If you can, get a coach. Helen’s take on great managers: It's about two things: 1️⃣Skills: You can learn them. 2️⃣Confidence: How you feel as a manager. 👉🏽How do these two play out for you? Read Sarah T.'s interview with a remarkable leader (link in comments) and share your thoughts with us! #Leadership #Management #StartupCulture #GrownNotBorn #Coaching #Burnout #LeadershipDevelopment #FractionalLeadership

Natural-born leaders are rare—but here’s the good news: You don’t need to be one to lead effectively. Only 1 in 10 people naturally have management talent. Focus on these 12 skills to grow into a great manager. 1️⃣ Essential Skills • 🌊 Adaptability: Embrace change and shift strategies with ease • 🗣️ Communication: Articulate expectations clearly and consistently • 👂 Listening: Build trust and create a safe environment 2️⃣ Motivator Skills • 🏋️♀️ Coaching: Provide tailored feedback that inspires growth • 🤝 Conflict Resolution: Turn distractions into opportunities 3️⃣ Multiplier Skills • 🔮 Strategic Thinking: Envision and communicate a compelling future • 🎯 Delegation: Build trust by focusing on key priorities 4️⃣ Enabler Skills • 📊 Project Management: Manage schedules, budgets, and resources effectively • 💰 Financial Management: Avoid missteps by mastering your team's budget • 📈 Data Analysis: Use data to drive informed decisions 5️⃣ Persuasion Skills • ✍️ Business Writing: Clearly articulate complex ideas • 🎤 Public Speaking: Move teams into action with compelling narratives Start with these 5 actionable steps: 🔹Reflect honestly, seek feedback 🔹Focus on skills that impact your team’s KPIs. 🔹Schedule regular 1-on-1s 🔹Reflect on your leadership impact 🔹Practice writing and presenting Remember: Great leaders never stop growing. 🌱 👉 Which skill are you focusing on now? Comment below! Keep reading Melissa Malec’s article that includes steps to develop all these skills! 👏 (link in comment) #LeadershipSkills #CareerGrowth #ManagementTips

💥 Why every founder—from engineer to CEO—needs to master sales. On the #venturingwithvishesh podcast, Sarah T. joins host Vishesh D. to reveal why mastering sales is the ultimate startup advantage. Why Sales? Here's some startup gold: 🌎 Universal Application 🔹Pitch investors with confidence 🔹Win over skeptical customers 🔹Attract top talent to your team 🧠 Personal Growth Accelerator 🔹Conquer the fear of rejection 🔹Sharpen communication skills 🔹Develop emotional intelligence 🚀 Business Catalyst 🔹Forge game-changing partnerships 🔹Identify market needs faster 🔹Pivot products based on real feedback 💪 Competitive Edge 🔹Out-pitch competitors for funding 🔹Build stronger customer relationships 🔹Turn your tech expertise into persuasive power Sarah T. shares how she wishes she had focused more on sales at school, realizing now that as a founder, you're selling daily—to funders, investors, customers, and your own team. Vishesh D., reflects on the challenge of sales, often overlooked when you're glued to your computer, and the appreciation for its importance. Sales is more than a skill—it’s your startup’s strategic advantage. 🔥 How has developing sales skills accelerated your journey, whether you're a founder CEO  or a founder- engineer? Share your story below and listen to the full #VenturingWithVishesh episode (link in comments) #StartupSkills #SalesStrategy #EntrepreneurshipTips

Without trust, leadership fails. But with it, anything is possible. Introducing ZeShaan Shamsi—an expert transforming team dynamics with a fresh, people-first approach. In our latest "Grown, Not Born" series, Sarah T. delves into the journey of a leader who has transitioned from the world of recruitment to founding his own consultancy business. ZeShaan is familiar with the art of scaling high-growth companies, and today, he’s revealing the strategies that build high-performing teams. His key leadership insights include: 🤝 Trust as the cornerstone of leadership—it’s more than a value; it’s the bedrock of success. 🌟 Creating an environment where every individual has the opportunity to excel. Through years of hands-on experience, ZeShaan Shamsi developed a proven framework based on these four critical principles: 📢 Effective communication: Are we truly communicating with transparency and purpose? 🎯 Goal alignment: Are our individual and company goals aligned? 📈 Growth opportunities: Are we actively investing in the growth of our people? 🤝 Mutual respect: Are we empowering our teams with trust and respect? His journey highlights the essence of leadership: understanding what drives people and providing the clarity they need to excel. 👉 Which of these leadership principles do you prioritize in your own team? Let’s dive into the conversation below! Read their full interview and get inspired (link in comments). #LeadershipStrategies #TeamManagement #TrustBuilding #HighPerformanceTeams #PeopleFirst

🔥Not a "Born Leader"? Outperform them in 4 steps... You don’t need natural leadership skills to lead effectively. Focus on continuous growth and reflection, and you’ll gain the people management skills that great managers have. Here's your blueprint: 📊Self-assess honestly ▫ Rate yourself: Score each skill on a scale of 1-10  ▫ Seek feedback: Get anonymous input from colleagues/team members ▫ Reflect on crucial skills: Identify the ones that need immediate attention. 🏆Create your Individual Development Plan ▫ Prioritize 1-2 key skills: Tackle those that will most impact your performance ▫ Set goals: Outline clear, achievable goals and steps ▫ Be specific: Include resources, timelines, and metrics to track your progress. 📅 Carve out growth time ▫ Schedule sessions: Dedicate weekly study and practice sessions ▫ Hold yourself accountable:  Be consistent and find an accountability partner ▫ Reflect and adjust: Regularly review progress and make tweaks. 🔁Practice and improve ▫ Set action items: Outline specific actions to put your skills into practice ▫ Build habits: Repeat actions to make it easier to follow over time ▫ Use Waggle AI: Get real-time coaching to refine your skills. Remember: When you commit to growth, "natural talent" becomes irrelevant. 👉 Ready to take your leadership skills from ‘meh’ to ‘marvelous’? Share this with your team, and keep reading to discover the people management skills that will set you apart (link in comment). #LeadershipDevelopment #ManagementSkills #GrowthMindset #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuousImprovement #LeadershipTips #PeopleManagement #CareerGrowth #LeadershipStrategy #EmployeeEngagement

⚠️ Useless meetings cost companies $100 million yearly- stop being part of the problem. Meetings are essential but some can be a huge time-suck if they are not managed effectively. 🚫Here’s 3 worst types of meetings you can set up as a manager. 👎🏽The "could've been an email" meeting. 👎🏽The one-way conversation. 👎🏽The never-ending meeting. Try our 7 day challenge to make your meetings meaningful 1️⃣ No agenda? No meeting  📅 If someone invites you to a meeting without a clear agenda, politely decline until they provide one. 2️⃣ Replace a meeting with an email  ✉️ Before scheduling a meeting, ask yourself, "Could this be an email instead?" If yes, draft that email and hit send. 3️⃣ Create agendas for every meeting you run  📝Commit to creating an agenda for every meeting you organise. Share it in advance so everyone knows why their presence is required. 4️⃣ Celebrate team achievements  🎉Take a few minutes at your next meeting to celebrate a recent team milestone. 5️⃣ Time your meeting  ⏱️Set a timer for each agenda item to keep things moving. Start and end on time.  6️⃣ Boost engagement  💬Consider breaking up large teams into smaller groups to ensure everyone has a chance to contribute.   7️⃣ Increase interaction  🤝If your meetings feel like one-way conversations, ask open-ended questions and encourage feedback. 💡 Which of these challenges will be toughest for you? Share your thoughts or tips in the comments below! #Leadership #ManagementTips #Productivity #MeetingManagement #TeamBuilding #WorkplaceEfficiency #BusinessStrategy #EmployeeEngagement #TimeManagement #LeadershipDevelopment

What 3 words make CEOs stronger? "I don't know." Surprised? Healthy vulnerability actually makes you a more powerful leader, according to BCG. But there’s a fine line... Mastering the Vulnerability Tightrope: 💪 Show strength through honesty 🔍 Admit uncertainties without losing confidence 📚 Create space for failure as a learning tool It's NOT about: ❌ Being performative for likeability ❌ Always appearing in control ❌ Ignoring real problems Think vulnerability is a CEO's kryptonite? Think again. ⭐Openness builds trust: It shows you see what others see. ⭐Admitting uncertainty encourages idea-sharing: Saying "I don't know" inspires others to contribute freely. ⭐Asking for help fosters collaboration: It invites open problem-solving. 5 Strategies for Balanced Vulnerability: 1️⃣ Start with small, personal stories. 2️⃣ Share experiences that shaped you. 3️⃣ Consider timing and context. 4️⃣ Set boundaries and practice self-awareness. 5️⃣ Admit mistakes while maintaining perspective. What does vulnerability at work look like to you? Share your thoughts below! Check out the full article linked in the comments. #Leadership #Vulnerability #CEOTips #Innovation #TrustInBusiness #LeadershipDevelopment #Inspiration #BusinessLeaders #ModernLeadership #GrowthMindset

60% of new managers fail within 24 months. Your first 30 days will make or break your team's trust. Don't leave it to chance—crush your promotion with this tested and tried gameplan: Day 1: Understand your new context • Talk to your manager • Introduce yourself as the new leader • Understand what's expected of you Week 1: Build your foundation • Meet one-on-one with team members • Learn what each person wants to achieve • Build trust - it's your most powerful tool Week 2: Plan your path • Set team goals everyone agrees on • Connect with other managers • Create a plan of action Week 3-4: Grow your skills • Find out what you need to improve • Plan how you'll learn and grow • Ask for honest feedback - and welcome it Beyond: Keep getting better • Handle tough situations with calm • Develop your own leadership style • Keep learning - stay curious 💡 Resources for success: ↳ Read: "The First 90 Days" by Michael Watkins ↳ Use: Waggle AI for 24/7 coaching ↳ Try: Headspace app to manage stress 🗓 This plan works because: 1. It builds strong trust 2. It makes expectations clear 3. It shows you're eager to improve 🧠 Follow it, and you'll feel: • Sure of yourself • Ready for anything • Excited about what's ahead Imagine 90 days from now... ↳ Your team is: - doing great - getting more done, - and you're seen as a rising star! It all starts with your first 30 days. What's your biggest worry about becoming a manager? Share below – let's figure it out together! 👇 ♻️ Share this to help other new managers succeed. 🔔 Follow Sarah T. for daily tips to become an inspiring leader.