Like, the worst boss ever!
I thought I had to make every decision, be across every detail, and know everything.
Spolier alert: I didn’t, I couldn’t, and I failed miserably.
Not only did I fail miserably, I made everyone around me miserable too. I didn’t let them shine, and stifled their brilliance because of my insecurities.
I never want to be that person again.
My life's work
So I’ve made it my life’s work to figure out how to show up as an encourager, supporter, cheerleader, keeper-of-the-vision, Chief Reminding Officer, and general force for good in the lives of those around me.
Does that mean I let people off the hook for bad behaviour? No way – realigning feedback is as important as reaffirming feedback.
Do I always show up as the person I want to be? No – I’m human.
Do I keep trying after I miss the mark and fall short of my goal? Always – because falling down is a sign that I am making forward progress.
And now I’m writing a book to help new leaders and managers hone the necessary skills to make them awesome from the start. Keep your eyes peeled for more info – I’ll be dropping gems from the manuscript as I go.
