Navigating the 'Coaching Teeter Totter': Balancing Manager's Expectations and Employee's Aspirations

What if your manager's offer of promotion isn't what you want or need? What happens when a well-intentioned company decision doesn't align with your intrinsic motivators? This is what we unpack in our discussion of the 'coaching teeter totter.' We examine the balance between a manager's expectations and an employee's aspirations using a real-life example of a high-performing graphic designer who dreaded promotion. We shed light on coaching models that can help leaders understand the essence of their team members' motivations and the importance of aligning them with their job roles.

As we further explore the 'coaching teeter totter,' we share strategies to maintain a healthy balance. By tying an employee's motivators into their current role, a transformation can occur in workplace dynamics. One such example is 'Bob,' an employee looking for a change. We walk you through Bob's journey from monotony to re-igniting his passion for work, underscoring the magic that happens when leaders take responsibility to understand and support their team's aspirations. So, join us, and discover the delicate art of navigating the 'coaching teeter totter.

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