The Manager Track Ramona Shaw

The one person you spend more time with than anyone else is yourself. So, it's no surprise that your internal dialogue with yourself is also more crucial than any other conversation you could have.



In my coaching sessions, I often discover that my clients' internal conversations are the stumbling blocks for their career success. For example, without evidence, they've convinced themselves that giving direct feedback will lead to being disliked by their direct reports or that holding their team accountable might brand them as a micromanager.



But here's the truth: these worries are often more unfounded than valid. The reality often differs from the fears our internal dialogues present.



In this episode, I will share the most common unfounded worries about leadership and provide insights to help you reframe those doubts, empowering you to move forward more confidently in your leadership role.



Access more resources here: www.ramonashaw.com/188-worries-about-leadership



— RESOURCES MENTIONED —


Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11
Have a question or topic you'd like Ramona to address on a future episode? Fill out this form to submit it for her review: https://ramonashaw.com/ama



— OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE —


Episode 43: Is Your Thinking Helping or Hurting You?
Episode 60: Building Confidence
Episode 72: Manage Your Mind Before You Manage People
Episode 81: How to Overcome Your Brain's Fixation on Bad Things
Episode 105: Train Your Thinking to Become a Better Leader



— WHAT’S NEXT? —

Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': amzn.to/3TuOdcP



If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw



Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for: ramonashaw.com/masterclass



Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from your mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: ramonashaw.com/shop



Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show!

* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.

If you've ever been captivated by the challenges and dynamics of competitive reality shows like "Survivor," "Squid Game," or "Hell's Kitchen," you'll find this week's podcast episode particularly intriguing.



In the world of leadership, much like these reality TV competitions, the climb up the organizational hierarchy brings heightened challenges. Just as contestants face tougher trials and personalities clash under pressure, leaders encounter more complex problems and, inevitably, "difficult" people the further they get in the competition.



The real question isn't IF you'll encounter a challenging individual, but WHEN. Mastering the art of handling difficult people is not just a skill; it's a career game-changer.



Whether it's a challenging coworker, a demanding supervisor, or even a problematic direct report, we all encounter difficult people in our careers.



This episode provides valuable insights on how to navigate these situations, retain our power, maintain healthy relationships, and when it's time to consider stepping away.



If you've ever felt stressed, drained, or frustrated by "difficult" people, this episode is a must-listen.



Check it more resources here: www.ramonashaw.com/187-difficult-people-at-work

(And share it with any of your friends or co-workers who might be navigating a tricky work relationship right now.)



— RESOURCES MENTIONED —


LinkedIn Learning Course: Creating Behavioral Change that Lasts
Schedule a Strategy Call
Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11
Have a question or topic you'd like Ramona to address on a future episode? Fill out this form to submit it for her review: https://ramonashaw.com/ama



— OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE —


Episode 6: Navigating Difficult Conversations at Work
Episode 10: How To Win In Office Politics
Episode 31: Master Any Conflict Situation
Episode 70: How to Deal With "Toxic" People at Work
Episode 125: Navigating Conflict at Work with Sarah Albo
Episode 134: People Are Complicated! How This Team Uses Assessments to Work Better Together - With Amber Zertuche



— WHAT’S NEXT? —

Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': amzn.to/3TuOdcP



If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw



Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for: ramonashaw.com/masterclass



Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from your mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: ramonashaw.com/shop



Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show!



* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.

Leadership is not a predetermined ability and no one starts out being an exceptional leader. It's an ongoing learning process filled with bumps, detours, and pitfalls along the way.



In this episode, I want to provide you with a list of things that can be implemented into your day-to-day activities right away that will help you improve your leadership effectiveness starting today.



Check out more resources here: www.ramonashaw.com/186-leading-without-talent

Or watch it on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/iMuWWDnOpMo



— RESOURCES MENTIONED —


Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11
Have a question or topic you'd like Ramona to address on a future episode? Fill out this form to submit it for her review: https://ramonashaw.com/ama



— OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE —


Episode 28: Why Having a Sponsor at Work Will Help You Get Ahead
Episode 54: 3 Big Mistakes New Managers Make & How to Avoid Them
Episode 58: The First 30 Days as a New Manager
Episode 61: From IC to Manager - 4 Main Shifts
Episode 64: New Managers: Being "Productive" Means Something Different Now
Episode 122: Are You Cut Out to Be a Leader?
Episode 128: When to Work With a Leadership Coach
Episode 178: Transitioning Roles



— WHAT’S NEXT? —

Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': amzn.to/3TuOdcP



If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw



Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for: ramonashaw.com/masterclass



Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from your mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: ramonashaw.com/shop



Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show!

* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.

Mark Pincus, the founder of Zynga, once said that leaders should "make everyone the CEO of something."



But that's easier said than done. So how do you go about cultivating an ownership mindset, not only for yourself, but all of your direct reports as well? I mean, is it even possible to affect how other people view their ownership of something?



In this week's episode, I wanted to highlight the importance of having an ownership mindset in leadership and explore some of the common challenges and negative consequences of a low ownership mindset within teams.



If you've ever wanted tips on how to boost your team members' autonomy and accountability to foster a more creative and independent work environment then this episode is for you!



Check out more resources here: www.ramonashaw.com/185-ownership-mindset

Or watch it on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/IJtFSLmVl7Y





— RESOURCES MENTIONED —


Daniel Pink's book, "Drive"
Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11
Have a question or topic you'd like Ramona to address on a future episode? Fill out this form to submit it for her review: https://ramonashaw.com/ama



— OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE —


Episode 12: Why Telling People What To Do Often Doesn't Work
Episode 43: Is Your Thinking Helping or Hurting You?
Episode 53: How Not To Micromanage
Episode 69: Why Coach When Giving Advice Is So Much Easier?
Episode 72: Manage Your Mind Before You Manage People
Episode 83: Having High Standards
Episode 99: Stop Asking for Direction
Episode 129: Creating a Feedback Culture - With Harrison Kim



— WHAT’S NEXT? —

Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': amzn.to/3TuOdcP



If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw



Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for: ramonashaw.com/masterclass



Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from your mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: ramonashaw.com/shop



Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show!

* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.

Every year since 1935 and coming up on December 9, football enthusiasts gather around to see who will win the esteemed Heisman Trophy. Only the best of the best even make it on the ballot. But underneath, there is even more instilled in the heart of a champion that sets them apart.



The Heisman Trophy is awarded to the player who not only displays outstanding athletic abilities but embodies qualities that make them a true leader on and off the field. These qualities, often hidden beneath the surface, are what count in the selection process for this award.



And just like for these athletes, there are also some hidden qualities that my most successful clients display.



In this episode, I'm going to share with you six qualities that set my most successful clients apart. I've been so inspired by these qualities that I try to embody them myself in my own journey.



Check out the episode here to learn what they are: www.ramonashaw.com/184-successful-clients

Or watch it on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/6Yzj-2qHLZc





— RESOURCES MENTIONED —


Schedule a free strategy call!
Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11
Have a question or topic you'd like Ramona to address on a future episode? Fill out this form to submit it for her review: https://ramonashaw.com/ama



— OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE —


Episode 28: Why Having a Sponsor at Work Will Help You Get Ahead
Episode 97: How to Get Approval for a Professional Development Budget
Episode 110: Misconceptions About Leadership Coaching
Episode 111: The Risks of Delaying Your Leadership Training
Episode 128: When to Work With a Leadership Coach
Episode 155: 4 Insights from Running a New Manager Training Program



— WHAT’S NEXT? —

Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': amzn.to/3TuOdcP



If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw



Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for: ramonashaw.com/masterclass



Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from your mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: ramonashaw.com/shop



Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show!



* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.

* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.

Ep. 183 - We all know that bad meetings can be a waste of time, reduce energy, and hinder team and business growth. But, how in the world can we change that?



Well, my friends, let me introduce you to a true meeting expert, Mamie Kanfer Stewart. Mamie has spent the last 10 years helping companies streamline meetings and joined me for this week's episode of the Manager Track podcast to share her insights.



If you're tired of unproductive and energy-draining meetings, or if you're leading meetings with unengaged participants, then this episode is a must-listen!



Watch us on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/cEgYMEsLR2M



— RESOURCES MENTIONED —


Mamie's website: https://www.mamieks.com/
Mamie's book: Momentum: Creating Effective, Engaging, and Enjoyable Meetings
Mamie's podcast: The Modern Manager podcast
Connect with Mamie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mamiekanferstewart/
Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11
Have a question or topic you'd like Ramona to address on a future episode? Fill out this form to submit it for her review: https://ramonashaw.com/ama



— OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE —


Episode 108: 3 Mistakes Managers Make During 1-on-1 Meetings
Episode 132: How to Increase Employee Engagement & Team Alignment - With Steve Curtin
Episode 167: Calendar White Space



— WHAT’S NEXT? —

Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': amzn.to/3TuOdcP



If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw



Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for: ramonashaw.com/masterclass



Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from your mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: ramonashaw.com/shop



Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show!



* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.



— CHAPTERS —

00:03:01 The #1 reason meetings fail

00:04:15 Effective meetings drive progress and engagement

00:04:42 What is a Desired Outcome, and why is it so important?

00:07:07 Types of meetings and creating a meeting portfolio

00:11:50 How to decline the meeting

00:12:26 How to determine if a meeting is necessary

00:14:13 The Meeting Cycle

00:20:08 AI Tools to use to enhance meetings

00:24:57 Meetings and the organization's culture

00:28:37 A closer look at how you plan and design meetings as a leader

00:34:14 Alternative methods to use besides just sharing information in meetings

00:35:26 Best practices for closing meetings

* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.