Team Whisperer Blog

Why You Should Be Asking Your Team for Feedback

As leaders, we often focus on giving feedback, but how often do we ask for it? In episode 140 of Managing Made Simple, I’m sharing why asking for feedback from your team is just as important as giving it. When we ask for feedback, we show our vulnerability, build trust,

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But I’m the boss, this was supposed to be easier!

Stepping into a new leadership role can feel like walking a tightrope—you’re excited, maybe even a little nervous, but you’re ready to lead. Then reality sets in: the respect you expected doesn’t just come with the title. In episode 137 of Managing Made Simple, I share why this happens and

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Are you protecting your team’s time or afraid of delegating?

As leaders, we often find ourselves torn between protecting our teams from being overcapacity  and identifying the right moments to delegate. In episode 136 of Managing Made Simple, we tackle this dilemma head-on. When you find yourself stuck, consider, is your hesitation truly about safeguarding your team, or could it

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How to stop repeating yourself and start holding people accountable

We’ve all been there—repeating the same instructions, wondering why our team isn’t following through. It’s not just frustrating; it’s exhausting. In episode 135 of Managing Made Simple, I break down the real reasons why this happens and how you can create a culture of accountability that ensures your team takes

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How to retain your unsung hero team members

You know those people on your team who you can always count on to go the extra mile? The ones who swoop in at the last minute to solve a problem, save the day, and make everything look easy? Yeah, those unsung heroes are the backbone of your team. But

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Three ways to lower the chances great team members will quit

Hiring is hard. From finding the right candidates to interviewing to onboarding, the whole process takes hours and hours of you and your team members time. And it’s expensive. It’s estimated that the cost of employee turnover is up to 2X that employee’s salary – let alone the morale killer

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