Season 3 Episode 34: How to Be a Better Boss Let’s be honest: most bosses are forgettable. They’re neither terrible enough to inspire a mutiny nor brilliant enough to earn your loyalty. But the ones who do stand out? They’re either the reason you quit or the reason you stayed. This week, Jimmy and James ditch the usual rant about bad bosses (though, let’s face it, they’ve had a few) to tackle the far trickier question: What actually makes a good one? Turns out, it’s not about charisma, a fancy title, or even a well-stocked biscuit tin. It’s about clarity—knowing where you’re going and making sure your team gives a damn about getting there. It’s about adaptability, because what works in a … [Read more...]
Why Teams Become Dysfunctional (and How to Fix Them)
Season 1 – Episode 20: Do They Really Exist? This week, we looked at dysfunctional organisations and the behaviours they encourage. We discussed what that looks and feels like and how it impacts you. More importantly, we talked about how you can manage it. All organisations go through dysfunctional periods, though, as we discovered, dysfunction is in the eye of the beholder. So, being able to work effectively (and thrive) through dysfunctional times and ensuring it doesn’t affect your organisation or team is a vital capability we should all develop. To find out more, contact jimmy@ajopbdonewell.com, or james@ajobdonewell.com … [Read more...]
Are You a Curious Leader?
Season 1 – Episode 19: Or Just Plain Odd? This week, our resident Learning and Development Guru, Amanda Gilbert, joins us again for the third episode in our Leadership series. We explore the subject of Curious Leadership (and we don't mean odd!) We conclude that this is a practical part of any leader's toolkit. It can have a positive impact if used correctly and at the right time. We share a helpful model to understand and assess your own levels of curiosity, some of the upsides and downsides to this approach, and, most importantly, how you can become more curious. If you need any help exploring or developing your personal or your team's curiosity, then get in touch at … [Read more...]