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How to be a Damn Good Developmental Manager

Great Leadership By Dan

Have you ever worked for a manager that consistently helped you learn new skills and develop? It helps with recruiting and retaining the best employees, allows you to delegate so you can focus on what you’re being paid to do, or even take a vacation now and then. How do you do that? Here’s how: 1. Ask questions.

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When a Leader Is Causing Conflict, Start by Asking Why

Harvard Business Review

Not long ago, I received a call from an HR manager at a large corporation seeking an executive coach for one of their senior leaders. How do you coach a leader whom others think is a hopeless case? He was engaging, open to learning, and willing to accept his need to improve. Charles Orr/Getty Images.