Ask A Coach – Remote Team Engagement

Ask A Coach – Remote Team Engagement

Q:  When we first started remote work, everyone on my team leaned in and just made things work.  Now that we are several months in, it seems that energy if fading a bit – what can I do to keep my team motivated while we are all still remote? A:  Whew –...

Ask A Coach: Party Pooper

 Q: My co-workers are always planning birthday lunches and potlucks and get together after work.  I really hate that stuff.  I just want to do my job and go home.  How do I tell them without seeming like a jerk?A:  That is a tough situation.  It sounds like big crowds...

Ask A Coach: Ready for Promotion

Q: I’ve been working in the same role and team for 3 years.  I know I’m ready for a promotion but not seeing an opportunity to move up.  What should I do?A:  It sounds like you are getting frustrated by lack of moving up in the organization.  The first thing to do is...

Ask A Coach: Floundering after Reorg

Q: We went through a re-organization recently and my new boss doesn’t seem to like me.  Things that made me successful prior to the re-org aren’t working – what should I do?A:  That can be tough, but congratulations to you for recognizing that criteria for your...

Ask A Coach: Vague Feedback

Q: I’ve been told by my boss I need to do better at presenting, but when I ask for examples of what to do better – he can’t really give me much – just saying I need more presence. What do I do?A:  That is frustrating.  Your boss sounds like s/he is trying to help, but...

Ask A Coach: Motivating a Team

Q: How do I inspire my team to do work that is basic?  We do pretty routine things, how do I help them exceed expectations?A:  It sounds like you want your team to be more engaged in the work that they do, even though the work itself may not be that engaging.  Think...