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Episode Summary
In this week’s episode, Mike Staver responds to a viewer concerned about a top performer who has suddenly stopped showing initiative. Mike’s approach as a coach is to diagnose what triggered the change in behavior. He notes that a loss of motivation can often be the culprit—sometimes top achievers lose drive when they see underperformers being rewarded or getting attention. Mike’s first move would be to have a candid, direct conversation with the individual, asking them specifically what’s changed and why their initiative has dropped. He emphasizes the importance of addressing these issues immediately rather than ignoring or delaying the conversation, as failure to act could lead to losing valuable performers.
Key Takeaways
- If a top performer loses initiative, start by having a direct conversation to diagnose the cause.
- Motivation issues can arise if high achievers feel their efforts are not being recognized, especially compared to underperformers.
- Avoid postponing tough conversations, as this can result in losing your best talent.
- Be specific in your questions to truly understand what has shifted for the individual.
Notable Quotes
- “My move would be diagnose what happened.”
- “I always recommend going at it directly… I cannot tell you the numbers of people who delay and ignore and pretend and then they lose a high achiever.”
- “My expectation is that you will sit down and have a conversation with me… Because you are a vital part of this team.”
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