Author Archives: Vishal Pal Singh

Confused about the psychological safety of your team?

The job of a manager is a crucial one. First, they are responsible for ensuring that their team reaches optimum levels of productivity day after day. Second, they must ensure that optimum conditions are present, allowing the team to achieve … Read More

Emotional Competence: The second key pillar for Manager Effectiveness

Emotional Competence: The second key pillar for Manager Effectiveness Emotional competence in the context of managers is the ability to be self-aware of their own emotions and have a social awareness of the emotions of their employees. They should also … Read More

One-on-One Meetings: The Most Essential Tool In Any Manager’s Arsenal

One-on-One Meetings: The Most Essential Tool In Any Manager’s Arsenal One of the most critical aspects of effective people management is regular and frequent one-on-one meetings. These meetings are essential for thee reasons: One of the managers’ most common mistakes … Read More

Preparing to manage a new team?

Preparing to manage a new team? You might be an experienced manager or a new manager, you will find yourself in situations where you are managing new teams. A fresh start is always exciting. At the same time, managing a … Read More

Does your team feel they are overworked?

Does your team feel they are overworked? Pandemic has changed the way we work. Most importantly, the lines between personal and professional hours have blurred. Although there are many benefits of remote working, one unintended consequence has been burnout. Teams … Read More

Do you find yourself constantly following up with your teams?

Do you find yourself constantly following up with your teams? Following up with the team is hard. I get it. It is even harder to do it constantly and get a little response from the team. Teamwork is essential for … Read More

Guidance Ability is one of the key pillars of Manager Effectiveness

Guidance Ability is one of the key pillars of Manager Effectiveness Guidance is something that all humans need. We need guidance when we are lost. We need it when we are trying to figure out what our life goals are. … Read More

Do you often find yourself doing your team’s work?

Do you often find yourself doing your team’s work? Last week, I spoke with a manager, and she said, “Ashish, I often find myself doing my team’s job.” This is how the rest of the conversation went. Ashish: “How does that happen? … Read More

The secret to consistency: Building and sustaining a team

The secret to consistency: Building and sustaining a team A manager’s role in a company can vary depending on the type of company they work for and the position they hold. However, in general, managers are responsible for the overall … Read More

Skills for managers

What is the one skill that will always come in handy for managers?

What is the one skill that will always come in handy for managers? Managers and leaders are responsible for the results their teams bring. Their wins or losses are often turned into an assessment of the manager’s competencies. In order … Read More

How strong are your micromanagement tendencies?

How strong are your micromanagement tendencies? Management styles vary a lot, and for obvious reasons. Managers and their teams are very different, and what may be useless for one might be the best trick ever for the next. One management … Read More

Delegation Skill

How good are your delegation skills?

How good are your delegation skills? The quest is to be a great manager, isn’t it? Leading your team and effectively managing everything is your job as a manager. A good manager carries out these tasks efficiently. But, a great … Read More

Building accountability in the team

Are certain behaviors secret to building Accountability in the team?

Are certain behaviors secret to building Accountability in the team? The environment in which your team functions is an essential element in success. When leading a team, consistent support from your team members becomes vital. Primarily, they affect your performance … Read More

Good manager vs great manager

Good Manager vs. Great Manager. What does it take to cross the chasm?

Good Manager vs. Great Manager. What does it take to cross the chasm? A manager’s role is to help their team achieve their objectives and ensure everyone is working towards the same goal. A good manager typically: But most of … Read More

Find your ikigai

Find your Ikigai before motivating your team

Find your Ikigai before motivating your team In case of emergency, put on your own mask before helping others! In our daily lives, we often encounter lethargy and demotivation. However, these issues can manifest huge repercussions when they affect an … Read More