Setting Deadlines
01/17/25 • 9 min
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Ready to end the toxic cycle of unrealistic deadlines, midnight oil burning, and broken trust? In today's podcast learn actionable strategies for setting realistic timelines, respecting boundaries, and fostering sustainable productivity.
Episode Highlights
00:00 Introduction to Deadlines
00:38 Linda the Bad Manager
01:55 The Toxic Cycle of Unrealistic Deadlines
03:37 Transforming Deadline Culture
05:06 Balancing Organizational Needs and Individual Boundaries
06:32 Managing Expectations with Seniors and Clients
07:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Ready to end the toxic cycle of unrealistic deadlines, midnight oil burning, and broken trust? In today's podcast learn actionable strategies for setting realistic timelines, respecting boundaries, and fostering sustainable productivity.
Episode Highlights
00:00 Introduction to Deadlines
00:38 Linda the Bad Manager
01:55 The Toxic Cycle of Unrealistic Deadlines
03:37 Transforming Deadline Culture
05:06 Balancing Organizational Needs and Individual Boundaries
06:32 Managing Expectations with Seniors and Clients
07:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Structure or self-management? In this episode of 'How to Lead', Kate examines different organisational models, including traditional hierarchies, flat structures, and self-managed teams. She shares case studies and practical advice on creating flexible yet effective management frameworks that enable, rather than control, employee productivity.
Episode Highlights
00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Self-Management
00:44 Meet Linda: The Bad Manager
01:00 The Complexity of Organizational Structures
01:40 Rethinking Management Hierarchies
03:01 Exploring Different Organizational Approaches
03:48 The Concept of Self-Managed Teams
04:37 Implementing Self-Management Successfully
05:31 Finding the Balance Between Chaos and Control
05:47 Practical Steps for Organizational Change
06:11 The Skeleton Plus Model
06:35 Final Thoughts on Leadership and Structure
08:30 Conclusion and Call to Action
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Episode Highlights
00:00 Introduction to Too Busy Boss Syndrome
00:35 Meet Linda the Bad Manager
01:13 The Paradox of Leadership
02:47 Practical Approaches to Better Leadership
04:14 Tips for Dealing with a Too Busy Boss
05:22 Final Thoughts and Summary
06:34 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
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How to Lead with Kate Waterfall Hill - Setting Deadlines
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Deadlines. This is what we're going to be talking about today on this episode of How to Lead, the podcast for CEOs, founders, and leaders of all sorts who want the perfect balance of empathy and authority when it comes to leading their people. My name's Kate Waterfall Hill, and I'm going to be sharing some ideas from over 30 years of working in business and leadership development. Before we start the show, here's a quick reminder that if you want to know how to become
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