032- 5 Disciplines That Will Make You A More Effective Manager

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​Twenty-five percent of all new managers today admit they are not ready to manage what they are responsible for.  As a result, they struggle to gain respect, authority and demonstrate the ability to be effective in their role.

In business today, effective managers must understand the importance of ‘what to do’ as much as ‘how to do’ it.  Understanding how to be resourceful, knowing where to go for solutions, being able to make good decisions and be comfortable having tough conversations are all areas where new managers can greatly increase their effectiveness.

1:15   Who benefits from this show?
If you have a management assignment (new supervisor, manager new to a company or an established manager who has never gained the confidence to lead and manage, this show will help you a great deal. 
 
2:00   Talking points: (8:00 mins)

1. Thinking like a manager not an employee
2. Focus on making the team the best they can be
3. Understand what’s really important in your role as a manager

 
10:00 Tips for improving in this area or overcoming this problem: (7:00 mins)

1. Be ‘in the know’ about related areas of the company
2. Know how to access resources that the team needs
3. Be willing and able to make decisions
4. Have the courage to address tough situations
5. Be willing to give and accept feedback

 
17:00 Final Take-aways: (2:00 mins)         
 
19:00 Closing comments: (show promotion, next episode, events, etc.)
Managers where lots of different hats.  The most important hat is knowing what’s important to your role and the team that supports your department.
 
20:00 Show ends
 
Resource Information:
7 Skills Managers Will Need in 2025
 
What Younger Managers Should Know About How They Are Perceived