Posts by Mike Staver

   Episode Summary In this episode of Mondays with Mike, host Mike Staver addresses the common challenge of clients freezing when faced with tough decisions. Drawing on his coaching experience, Mike explains that the root cause is driven by fear. Usually, it’s the fear of making the wrong choice or of negatively impacting others.…

   Episode Summary In this episode of Mondays with Mike, Mike Staver tackles the common challenge of holding people accountable without resorting to micromanagement. He redefines accountability not as a weapon, but as “a promise kept.” Mike emphasizes that true accountability hinges on clarity of expectation and mutual agreement. He provides clear examples to…

   Episode Summary In this episode of Mondays with Mike, host Mike Staver answers the question: when should you take a supportive approach, and when should you be more direct in coaching or leadership? Mike explains that the choice between being supportive or directive depends on the situation and the needs of the person…

   Episode Summary In this episode of Mondays with Mike, Mike Staver addresses the question of how to deal with individuals who have low emotional intelligence. He explains that the approach depends on the specific area where their emotional intelligence is lacking. If they exhibit low self-awareness, Mike suggests kindly making them aware of…

   Episode Summary In this episode of Mondays with Mike, Mike Staver addresses an insightful question: What is the difference between coaching somebody and simply giving advice? Mike explains that great coaching is fundamentally different from advice-giving. Coaching is not primarily about offering solutions or telling others what to do; instead, it focuses on…

   Episode Summary In this episode of Mondays with Mike, Mike Staver tackles the challenging but crucial topic of giving feedback that genuinely motivates a team rather than deflating them. He shares two key strategies. The first involves clearly stating the desired outcome, such as “flawless execution,” and then providing feedback within that framework,…

   Episode Summary In this episode of Mondays with Mike, Mike Staver addresses a common leader’s frustration: “My team just doesn’t listen.” He explains that often, the issue isn’t a lack of listening, but a lack of clarity in communication. Mike advises leaders to emphasize and expand on what they are saying, then verify…

   Episode Summary In this episode of Monday’s with Mike, Mike Staver answers the question: “How can I effectively communicate my ideas and concerns to upper management in a way that is assertive but still respectful?”. Mike discusses the true meaning of assertiveness and provides key strategies for communicating effectively with upper management. Key…

   Episode Summary In this episode of Mondays with Mike, host Mike Staver responds to a common leadership challenge: avoiding feedback because it “never lands right.” Mike explains that withholding feedback is a mistake and encourages leaders to instead diagnose why their feedback may not be effective. He emphasizes that strong feedback starts with…

   Episode Summary In this episode of Mondays with Mike, Mike Staver answers the question: “Some of my team members seem resistant to coaching. See it as criticism rather than support. How can I shift their mindset to see coaching as positive?” Mike provides insights on how to re-evaluate your coaching approach to ensure…