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26. Come to Me with Solutions, Not Problems
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内容由Samantha C. Prestige提供。所有播客内容（包括剧集、图形和播客描述）均由 Samantha C. Prestige 或其播客平台合作伙伴直接上传和提供。如果您认为有人在未经您许可的情况下使用您的受版权保护的作品，您可以按照此处概述的流程进行操作https://zh.player.fm/legal。
In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge discusses why the common managerial phrase 'Come to me with solutions, not problems' can often lead to frustration both for managers and employees. She explores the reasons behind its ineffectiveness and offers practical strategies to cultivate problem-solving and critical-thinking skills in employees. This episode provides insights into fostering a solutions-oriented team and encouraging a collaborative, open communication culture within and across departments.
Link to the episode about Technical Skills vs. Soft Skills here.
00:57 Unpacking the Phrase and Its Impact
02:42 The Necessary Skills Gap
03:45 Encouraging Communication and Providing Guidance
05:24 Cross-Department Dynamics and Collaboration
07:18 Teaching Big Picture Thinking
07:53 The Three Key Components
11:02 Coaching Your Team Through Problem Solving
13:51 Closing Thoughts
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In this episode, Samantha C. Prestidge discusses why the common managerial phrase 'Come to me with solutions, not problems' can often lead to frustration both for managers and employees. She explores the reasons behind its ineffectiveness and offers practical strategies to cultivate problem-solving and critical-thinking skills in employees. This episode provides insights into fostering a solutions-oriented team and encouraging a collaborative, open communication culture within and across departments.
Link to the episode about Technical Skills vs. Soft Skills here.
00:57 Unpacking the Phrase and Its Impact
02:42 The Necessary Skills Gap
03:45 Encouraging Communication and Providing Guidance
05:24 Cross-Department Dynamics and Collaboration
07:18 Teaching Big Picture Thinking
07:53 The Three Key Components
11:02 Coaching Your Team Through Problem Solving
13:51 Closing Thoughts
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