Episode 23 - Eric Girard
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My guest this week is Eric Girard. He has 30 years’ experience in learning and development, with an emphasis on assisting managers. On his journey he’s helped people in companies like Twitter, Apple, and Applied Materials to manage better and improve results. He's also a podcaster, blogger, and author of his own books on leadership development.
In this episode, Eric and I go over the following scenarios:
1) New managers might find themselves thrust into the role without much prep. How should up-and-coming leaders be trained before taking on the responsibility?
2) How can you train a skill like “listening” to new managers? What’s the benefit of developing this early?
3) How important are leadership styles when determining what a team needs? What resources can be used to encourage situational leadership?
Resources:
Explore Eric’s business: Girard Training Solutions
Connect with Eric through LinkedIn
Books that are mentioned:
Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ
Why Employees Don't Do What They're Supposed To and What You Can Do About It