The Seagull Manager
Seagull Managers react to problems, lacking support. Coach-Like Managers are proactive, offer guidance, and recognize high performers, creating a positive workplace. Choose wisely for a better work environment.
➡️ THREE EXAMPLES OF COACH-LIKE MANAGER THINKING
💬 Coach-like Manager: “The team may encounter more obstacles in the next project face. Let me find out what they anticipate and how I can support.“
💬 Coach-like Manager: “I noticed something. My team member stopped updating about the project 2 weeks ago, like she used to. I should proactively reach out and check-in.“
💬 Coach-like Manager: “My attention has been drawn to a few crises recently. My performing team members deserve as much or more attention, so they feel valued for the great work they do.“
These examples show a proactive approach to management that supports and engages team members. The Coach-Like Manager seeks out problems before they arise, proactively checks in with team members to provide support and guidance, and recognizes high-performing employees.
➡️ SUMMARY
In this issue, I contrasted the Seagull Manager from a Coach-Like Manager. Seagull Managers only interact with employees when there’s a problem, while Coach-Like Managers proactively engage with their team members and offer support. The negative impact of the Seagull Manager style is clear: a transactional, problem-focused environment. On the other hand, Coach-Like thinking helps create a positive and supportive workplace by proactively engaging with team members, offering support, and recognizing high performers.
It’s a drastically different style to experience and I wish it to anyone!
I hope this gave you a good spark of thinking for your exciting week ahead!