Episode Summary
In this episode of Mondays with Mike, Mike Staver addresses how to coach a team member who is clashing with others. He begins by emphasizing the importance of working on relationships and cultural dynamics as much as on work dynamics. Leaders should foster good relationships through socializations and team meetings where wins and support are shared. If a team member is an outlier and exhibiting difficult behavior, Mike advises a direct conversation about how they are showing up with their peers, using specific examples of their behavior and its impact. He stresses the importance of “speaking the truth in love”. If the behavior continues, a difficult conversation is necessary, stating that the clashes cannot continue and if they don’t change, further action will be taken.
Key Takeaways
- Prioritize building positive cultural dynamics and relationships within the team as much as focusing on work production.
- Foster relationships daily through team socializations and meetings that encourage sharing and support.
- Have direct, clear conversations with clashing team members about their specific behaviors and the impact on their peers.
- If the behavior persists, clearly state that the clashes must change or further action will be taken.
Notable Quotes
- “Work on the relationship as much as you work on the work.”
- “Speak the truth in love.”
- “You cannot continue to have these clashes with your peers. It is eroding our culture and slowing down production.”
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