MML Podcast #69 â When the Walls Come Tumblinâ Down

Show Notes 1-19-07

*From the MML Studios in Hebron, CT*

Show Open

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Management Strategy

What do you do when things start to cave in around you?  Due to a combination of a hiring freeze and departures from my team (all for better opportunities), I am now down 33% of my teamâs capacity.

To compensate, I have been playing to role of individual contributor â not a good idea.

When is it time to dust off the oleâ resume?

Not having your âYinâ can be detrimental to your health.

How do you handle things when communication breaks down between you and your boss?

Coach Kâs tips to handling a crisis:  Truth and Trusting Relationships, Have Fun, Show the Face Your Team Needs to See and Trying to Get to Heaven.

Ultimately, remember you are 0-0.

Management Tactics

Set targets for removing yourself from work which should be delegated.

Learn to say no in an effective manner.

Tackle the mountain one step at a time.

Show Wrap

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