I Help Industry Professionals Break Into Competitive Companies and $150k - $300k+ Roles | Hiring Manager for 11+ Yrs | Founder and Lead Career Coach | Sr. Manager, Product | Husband, Dad
I had an employee who came to work with the biggest smile on their face, but you could tell something was off. In our first meeting they sat in the corner, you could tell there was something more important on their mind. And there was… I checked in after the meeting and learned they’d been given a medical diagnosis that would totally change their life. I encouraged them to take the rest of the day off, and with a sigh of relief, they did. Leaders, consider this a friendly reminder. Don’t make assumptions based off initial perceptions, hunches, or feelings. Don’t “see only what you want to see” Go deeper because you care - about your people and your business. It’s your job to look under the surface.
Adam Broda Sometimes the biggest smiles hide the deepest stories. How do you crack the code to really understand your team?
Absolutely, understanding the depth of what your team members may be going through beyond their smiles is crucial. Taking that extra step to connect and truly listen can make all the difference in supporting their well-being and fostering a supportive workplace culture.
This is such an important reminder, especially in leadership.
Nice one for noticing the body language. Let’s not play poker together anytime soon, Adam.
We should always build that trust with people so they feel comfortable enough to share the important life details Adam. 🙏
Nothing screams “great leadership” more than placing your well-being above all else, Adam.
Leaders who care about their people take the time and extra step to ensure they are good. Thank you for sharing Adam.
Thank you for sharing this important reminder. Showing genuine care and empathy can make a significant difference in your team's well-being and productivity. How do you ensure you're consistently checking in on your employees' well-being?
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1moOur we talking cancer or ms? Good call