"Managers are often spinning several plates: leading by example, setting and exceeding goals for your team, keeping workflow moving, providing support, and keeping employees motivated, engaged, and productive . . . all while adhering to your company's objectives. If you haven't done it before, it can be overwhelming. It's almost like having to activate an entirely new part of your brain. Luckily, experts say creating "boss brain" is within anyone's reach, regardless of leadership experience . . . or lack thereof."
"To develop a leadership mentality, it doesn't necessarily start by trying to muster up more confidence. Rather, it can start by simply listening to your new direct reports. Show them that you care. Ask your team specific questions about their well-being, and identify ways to alleviate some of the challenges they are facing. Part of developing "boss brain" means also developing your empathy muscle."
Managers must balance leading by example, setting and exceeding team goals, maintaining workflow, supporting employees, and keeping motivation, engagement, and productivity aligned with company objectives. New managers can cultivate a "boss brain" by listening to direct reports, asking specific questions about well-being, and identifying ways to alleviate work challenges. Employee trust appears strained, with fewer than half of employees believing their employer cares and about 18% feeling their company neglects mental health. Developing empathy and focusing on individual strengths helps meet goals, while highlighting accomplishments fosters camaraderie and shared accountability.
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