Smart People Problems

Being a smart and analytical leader is a gift, but it also comes with its own set of unique challenges. In this episode of The Manager Track podcast, I wanted to share five of the most common hurdles that smart and analytical professionals encounter as they rise in their careers and how to over come them. If you've ever bombarded your team with excessive details or got caught in a never-ending analysis loop then this episode is for you. I'll dive into some valuable techniques that you can use to curtail the problems you face as a smart leader in today's workplace. Check it out here: https://www.ramonashaw.com/181-smart-people-problems — RESOURCES MENTIONED — Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11 Have a question or topic you'd like Ramona to address on a future episode? Fill out this form to submit it for her review: https://ramonashaw.com/ama — OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE — Episode 36: Become a Strategic Thinker Episode 43: Is Your Thinking Helping or Hurting You? Episode 44: How to Be More Focused and Get Less Distracted Episode 53: How Not To Micromanage Episode 67: How Do You Measure Your Own Performance? Episode 83: Having High Standards Episode 93: The Shadow Sides of Being a "Type A" Leader Episode 105: Train Your Thinking to Become a Better Leader Episode 147: Second-Guessing Ourselves & Decision Hangover Episode 165: Overdone Strengths — WHAT’S NEXT? — Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling new book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': amzn.to/3TuOdcP If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for: ramonashaw.com/masterclass Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from your mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: ramonashaw.com/shop Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show!* Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.