Quick Take | Tips to Help Executives and Leaders Grow
The Quick Take podcast provides concise and actionable tips to help executives and leaders, like you, tackle the thorny and complex challenges that affect us daily. By leveraging their experience and relationship with other global leaders, our hosts provide suggestions that are based on their deep experience as leaders and coaches but also pressure tested in boardrooms everywhere because they asked their friends….(almost). Hosted by James Capps and Susie Tomenchok. Episodes release weekly on Thursdays.
Quick Take | Tips to Help Executives and Leaders Grow
Rethinking Hierarchy with the "First Team" Leadership Approach
What if your loyalty shouldn't lie with your direct reports, but with your peers? In this episode, we dive into the “First Team” leadership approach, a mindset shift that challenges the traditional org chart. We talk about why prioritizing your colleagues at the same level can create stronger alignment, better culture, and fewer headaches for everyone involved.
We also get into why endless one-on-ones can dilute your message, how cross-functional meetings can build trust, and what happens when middle managers start collaborating just because it feels right.
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
- How the First Team mindset shifts focus from direct reports to peer collaboration
- Why fewer one-on-ones might actually strengthen communication
- What to look for when your team avoids cross-functional meetings
Join the Conversation:
Are your peers your go-to team, or are you still operating in silos? What’s worked for you in building trust across functions? We’d love to hear what conversations are happening on your team.
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