Episode Summary:
In this episode of Mondays with Mike, Mike Staver tackles a leadership challenge: integrating coaching into leadership practices without slowing down decision-making or sacrificing speed. He emphasizes that effective coaching can actually increase the pace of organizational performance by enhancing team members’ skills and competence. While coaching may take time initially, it ultimately saves time by empowering team members to make faster, better decisions. Mike also shares insights into customizing coaching for individual team members to drive long-term results.
Key Takeaways:
- Coaching accelerates decision-making: When team members develop greater competence and confidence through coaching, they perform at higher levels, which speeds up overall operations.
- Initial investment pays off: While coaching may require more time at the start, it leads to a smoother, more efficient workflow in the long run.
- Customization is key: Tailoring your leadership and coaching approach to each individual team member ensures more impactful results.
- Prioritize time for coaching: Effective coaching requires intentional effort and time allocation but pays dividends in improved team performance.
Notable Quotes:
- “Coaching is the grease that helps things move faster.”
- “If you do it right in the beginning, you’re going to have more time than you know what to do with in the ending.”
- “The problem is you don’t make time to coach.”
- “Work hard enough with your people in a one-to-one basis to help them perform better.”
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