One of the most important Product EQ skills to understand and develop is Empathy. Not just empathy for your customers, but for your team, co-workers, stakeholders, etc. Working on your own empathy can create massive positive change. https://bit.ly/2Rm2eP1
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My latest masterclass is designed specifically for professionals who want to bring coaching into their ways of working, leading and relating. It's the first step for you to take to learn more about what coaching is and isn't, and how to start to put coaching techniques into practice through being more present and curious in your conversations at work. Don't miss out on this opportunity to stand out in your field and make a real difference in your professional relationships. You can register via the link in the comments but don't forget there are different time zones available (US and UK/EU), so pick whichever suits you best. #productleadership #coaching #stakeholders
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Thought of the week: Micromanaging really isn't the healthiest option for you or your team. As a leader, it’s important to create space and structure to help your team develop their own norms and identity. But don't forget, these can change depending on your team’s stage of development too.
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Product people—and particularly product leaders—rarely work alone. The vast majority of our work is discovered, debated, developed, and delivered by teams. These are ideally cross-functional teams where members come from different backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to create something that creates something that meets a customer's need or desire. To do this type of work, it’s crucial for each member of the team to feel safe, valued, and respected. In many ways, it’s up to the team’s leader to create the space and ways of working to make that happen—that’s where the teamwork and collaboration skills of emotional intelligence come into play as key skills for product leaders. Remember: When you don’t have teamwork, it leads to distrust and dysfunction, which creates tension on both an individual and team level. This can have a long-term impact on your ability to meet your organization’s outcomes. I've written more on the topic and linked it in the comments if you'd like to read more. ⬇️ 📖
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As a product leader, navigating change is inevitable, especially in these uncertain times. That's why I am offering 1:1 coaching that will equip you with the resilience and adaptability needed to lead through uncertainty and drive positive outcomes. As product people, we can't always know what lurks behind each corner, but as leaders, we can prepare and build on our skills to face any challenges. My coaching methodology is high-touch, with generous ongoing support between sessions. If you're interested, DM me and tell me about yourself and what brings you to coaching. We’ll find a time to schedule an introductory call and go from there. I've also added a link to find out more in the comments.
Coaching → 1:1 — Kate Leto
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After my new 2h masterclass session 🎯 Essential Coaching Skills for Product Leaders, 🎯 you'll walk away with a clear understanding of what coaching is and isn’t, be confident asking open-ended questions and recieve feedback and guidance to help you progress with your coaching skills. The session will be held on May 22nd and is available for two different time zones, US and UK/EU. Please get in touch for more information I've added links in the comments.
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🚀Setting the record straight on managing up. It’s time to call a spade, a spade. When we talk about "managing up," it often boils down to one thing: how can I impress my boss and keep them happy? It's about those weekly updates, the project status chats, and always bringing solutions, not just problems. But what if there's another way? Read on in this week's #Product Leadership Essentials newsletter to find out more. 👇 #managingup #coachingskills
Setting the record straight on managing up
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Have you heard of the 'Johari window'? it's a tool that I use to facilitate constructive feedback in coaching. A concept created in 1955 by American psychologists Joseph Luft and Harrington Ingham (aka Johari), this simple tool helps others see who you think you are and how you see yourself. Try the Johari Window with your team: 1. Pick five or six adjectives from a list that you feel describes your own personality (you can use the list in the article below 👇 ). 2. Select three to five people you work with to also pick five or six adjectives to represent you. 3. Once you receive all the feedback, place it in the appropriate area of the “window.” It’s interesting to repeat this exercise at different phases of your team’s development — be it forming, storming, norming, or performing. I've written more about it in my blog, and I've linked to it in the comments below.
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If you are passionate about building high-performing product teams, my book "Hiring Product Managers" will be the perfect go-to resource to help you on your journey. Discover how to combine technical expertise with essential human skills, enabling you to drive innovation, collaboration, and organizational success. Get yours here ⬇️
Hiring Product Managers: Using Product EQ to go beyond culture and skills
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The word "alignment" has got to be the winner of buzzword bingo these days. "Let’s get aligned on our priorities our next steps, our big bets, our strategy." "Are we aligned on the criteria for our new hire?" In coaching sessions I hear the word a lot when things aren’t going well. "I’m not aligned with my boss and it’s creating havoc in our relationship." "The organisation isn’t aligned on our mission or goals and we’re all going in different directions." These descriptions remind me of when a car is out of alignment. It might feel like your being pulled one direction or another, but nothing feels quite right. As a leader, creating alignment is a big part of your job. It's up to you to ensure that everyone is facing the same direction. Going at the same pace. Checking in on progress and outcomes. But in our drive to create strong alignment we often get caught up in the moment and instead aim for total agreement or consensus. There's a big difference between alignment and agreement! Getting alignment means there's consent to ______ (could be a decision, direction, strategy, OKR, you name it.) In Amazon’s leadership principles it’s referred to as Disagree and Commit. Everyone may not be 100% in agreement, but "once a decision is determined, they commit wholly." They are aligned. So, how do we get alignment? It's all about curiosity, active listening, asking questions, and flexing those influence muscles – skills I delve into deeply in my Essential Coaching Skills Masterclass. Want to learn more? Check out the links below. 🚀 #Alignment #Leadership #CoachingSkills #EssentialSkills
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By mastering the art of coaching, you'll not only gain a clear understanding of effective leadership but also cultivate engaged and empowered team members. Imagine the impact of having a team that acts autonomously, making decisions with resilience and confidence. That's the ✨ power of coaching.✨ That's why I am offering a masterclass version of Essential Coaching Skills for Product Leaders. The session will be a 2-hour and will be available for multiple timezones, US and UK/EU. I've linked both options in the comments. In the meantime, if you have any questions pop them in the comments below or DM me, always happy to help. #coachingskills #leadership #product
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2yI would say that empathy is THE most important skill for a product person. Actually, for any profession that involves working with other human beings.