January 7, 2025
Strategic Question:
Are you making it easy for your manager to help you succeed?
Key Insights:
While traditional workplace narratives emphasizes what managers should do for their teams, it's equally important for each of us to take responsibility for being easy to manage. Those who master this approach often find themselves receiving:
More frequent development opportunities because they've made their goals and challenges crystal clear
Better-tailored support since their manager understands exactly how to help them
Increased visibility for promotions due to consistent, documented progress
Stronger advocacy from their manager in critical career moments
Your Call to Action:
Most people operate based on their own preferences, expecting others to adapt. Instead, take a proactive approach in your next 1-on-1 with your manager by learning their preferences and tailoring your interactions accordingly:
Do they prefer meetings in the morning or afternoon?
Are there specific days they’d rather avoid 1-on-1s?
When sending status updates, do they appreciate detailed information or just the key points?
This is an easy first step to making yourself the most easy to manage person on the team.
Quote of the Week:
“Remember when you go into the world to keep your eyes and ears wide open.
And be kind.
Love one another.
Take care of each other.
Tell the truth.
Always do your best.
Listen to the big people and the little people.
Explore new paths and have fun.
Know that you are loved like crazy.
Give thanks for all your blessings.
Above all else, love and you will do wonderful things in this world.”