Supportive Conversation sounds like a gem to me. Reading this made me realize how much of my conversations have been on autopilot just this morning alone, and how much more opportunities there are to make more supportive conversations throughout the rest of my day. Including this one, I hope!
With that awareness I'm sure you'll find many opportunities to step into the mindset to be more supportive in your conversations. Even a simple paraphrase of what someone says can be so incredibly helpful (and felt by the other person).
Awesome article Rik! Back when I managed teams, I'd inevitably get asked "what's your management style" from a new direct report or team I'd be taking over. I always struggled to provide a cogent response. "Thinking Partner" nails it right on the head. While I wasn't perfect at it by any stretch, I always aimed to help pull the wisdom out of those I worked with. I wish I had this article to share back then.
Thanks John. It's actually great to hear how this idea translates into so many realms, managing (style) in this case. Apologies for not making it available earlier ;)
Supportive Conversation sounds like a gem to me. Reading this made me realize how much of my conversations have been on autopilot just this morning alone, and how much more opportunities there are to make more supportive conversations throughout the rest of my day. Including this one, I hope!
With that awareness I'm sure you'll find many opportunities to step into the mindset to be more supportive in your conversations. Even a simple paraphrase of what someone says can be so incredibly helpful (and felt by the other person).
Awesome article Rik! Back when I managed teams, I'd inevitably get asked "what's your management style" from a new direct report or team I'd be taking over. I always struggled to provide a cogent response. "Thinking Partner" nails it right on the head. While I wasn't perfect at it by any stretch, I always aimed to help pull the wisdom out of those I worked with. I wish I had this article to share back then.
Thanks John. It's actually great to hear how this idea translates into so many realms, managing (style) in this case. Apologies for not making it available earlier ;)