EP 101. Managing Older Team Members Without Losing Confidence or Respect

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Lead with Less

Tash Pieterse

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4 days ago

Lead with Less is THE podcast for People Leaders. Hosted by Tash Pieterse, Certified People Leadership Coach, Business Owner, and mother. Lead with Less is a podcast for people leaders who want to learn the skills they need to lead in way that people actually want to follow. With over 13+ years experience in Human Resources, leading her own teams, running her own business, and being a mother, Tash brings all of that experience and knowledge to the podcast so you can get everything you need to become a leader focused on adding value, making an impact, and empowering the people around you. This is the perfect spot if you're an established professional, new to leadership, business owner, or executive and want to Lead with Less overwhelm, confusion, and struggle so you can become a Leader people actually want to follow.

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EP 101. Managing Older Team Members Without Losing Confidence or Respect

Lead with Less

21 minutes 43 seconds

4 months ago

EP 101. Managing Older Team Members Without Losing Confidence or Respect

Feeling uncertain about managing someone older than you or someone with more experience than you?

You’re not alone. This is one of the most common concerns new and emerging managers face, and it’s something I coach on regularly inside VIP Leaders.

In this episode, I share six key strategies to help you manage these dynamics with clarity, confidence, and humility - so that you can lead well and create strong working relationships, no matter the age difference.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- How your mindset shapes the way you manage

- Common assumptions that can hold you back (and how to reframe them)

- What to do when you're managing someone with more experience

- Why being humble is your secret leadership superpower

- How to build trust, set expectations, and delegate effectively

- How to lead your whole team without getting stuck in people-pleasing

Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or want to strengthen your foundation, this episode is your practical guide to navigating age dynamics and building influence the right way.
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Links and Resources Mentioned:

1:1 Playbook - Turn casual catch ups into meaningful conversations with your team members. Free download.

The Leadership Blueprint - If this is something you’re navigating right now, coaching support can make all the difference. Check out The Leadership Blueprint - a focused coaching package to help you work through challenges like this with clarity, support, and a clear plan.

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