Candice Gottlieb-Clark is a proud contributor to several publications and online forums. In each post, Candice shares her wisdom and ideas with the global community.
15 Assumptions Leaders Make About Employees That Hinder Performance
Managers who believe they are more competent than their direct reports are prone to micromanage and disenfranchise their team. This leads to all the elements of team discord, from poor accountability to claims of favoritism to loss of talent. In contrast, a leader who seeks to identify and embrace the strengths of each team member will see team members strive, innovate and work collaboratively. – Candice Gottlieb-Clark, Dynamic Team Solutions
A manager or leader who begins by acknowledging the bad hire was (in part or in whole) on them is in a position to speak to lessons learned. This assures the team that the negative impact they have experienced is seen, understood and won’t be repeated in the future. This earns back trust as you demonstrate to your team that you value them and their ability to be successful. – Candice Gottlieb-Clark, Dynamic Team Solutions
15 Ways Leading With Self-Empathy Promotes A Leader’s Growth
A leader who is open and honest with their team—asking for feedback, taking ownership of mistakes and engaging in collaborative problem-solving—demonstrates that it is okay to be imperfect. By exhibiting vulnerability, they emulate self-empathy and model that owning one’s limitations is healthy and human. This fosters trust and collaboration and promotes strong teamwork. – Candice Gottlieb-Clark, Dynamic Team Solutions