I often tell new managers that the biggest challenge in their new role won't be dealing with difficult employees, or mastering complex processes – it will be managing themselves. Because if they can't get their own head right, they'll find it very hard to lead others effectively. If you want to be more effective at leading your team, you need to change the way you think. In this podcast episode, I interview Bo Gross (founder of Keel) on his leadership journey, the worst mindsets leaders can have, and how to shift those mindsets.
In this episode, we talk about:
3:50 - Personal mistakes made and lessons learned
7:43 - Dealing with insecurity in your first management role
9:19 - How to overcome insecurity as a first-time manager
13:30 - The 3 worst mindsets leaders can have
22:57 - Why deep inner work is key for managers
24:21 - How to do the inner work (3 practical steps)
28:29 - The 3 best mindsets leaders can have
About Bo Gross:
Bo is the founder of Keel - a consulting agency that believes in the limitless ripple of a leader’s impact. With over fifteen years of experience leading teams from 5-125 people, and loads of time consulting, coaching and developing leaders, his ability to keep asking the next “why” and deep empathy for others sets his work apart.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Bo’s website: https://www.wearekeel.com
Chris’ website: https://www.chrisasper.com