Managing Teams

Learn how to set goals, delegate, manage performance, and develop both your team individually and as a whole, within your role as a manager.

Introduction

• Managers matter more than ever

1. Put Your People First

• Address employee needs
• Develop employees and the team
• Build lasting relationships
• Retain your teammates
• Prioritize wellness on your team

2. Drive Team Performance

• Set worthwhile goals
• Clarify expectations
• Delegate equitably
• Hold teammates accountable

3. Inspire and Motivate Your Team

• Engage employees
• Be flexible
• Support, don't micromanage
• Cultivate psychological safety
• Communicate with your team

4. Manage, Don't Boss

• Manager as coach
• Manager as protector
• Manager as role model

5. Tools Every Manager Needs

• Influence strategies
• Strategy for managers
• Make decisions considering multiple perspectives

Conclusion

• Embrace your role as a manager