In this insightful conversation, host Chris Asper chats with Larysa Lisnyak - a seasoned manager with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry and currently a senior manager of Technical Sales at Dell Technologies.
Larysa shares invaluable advice and practical tips tailored for first-time managers who are seeking to enhance their leadership skills especially in challenging times.
Her insights span a broad spectrum of leadership skills including managing remote teams, building a diverse and inclusive culture, performance improvement plans, and maintaining a high-performing team.
Larysa stresses the importance of genuine connection with team members, highlighting that empathy, communication, and understanding can lead to a successful leadership journey.
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Episode Guide and Timestamps:
- 01:13 - Guest's Journey to Leadership
- 03:18 - Transition from Individual Contributor to Leader
- 06:43 - Challenges of Leading in Uncertain Times
- 08:04 - Keeping Teams Motivated
- 12:48 - Building Trust and Culture in Remote Teams
- 20:18 - Adapting to Hybrid Work Environment
- 21:09 - Managing Hybrid Teams: Ensuring Inclusion and Seamless Experience
- 22:07 - The Role of Empathy in Remote Leadership
- 22:21 - Building a High Performing Hybrid Team: Key Elements
- 22:36 - The Importance of Culture in Remote and Hybrid Teams
- 23:41 - Clarity in Objectives: A Leader's Responsibility
- 25:09 - Adapting on the Fly: Advice for New Managers
- 25:35 - The Power of Networking and Mentorship in Leadership
- 27:09 - Handling Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) in Leadership
- 30:27 - Continuous Growth and Development as a Leader
- 34:27 - Top Pieces of Advice for First Time Managers
