I’m constantly reminded how a dynamic of argument and debate is in the wrong place. A recent issue cropped up where a colleague was pushing back to a technical supplier because insufficient information had been provided against a change request. The problem though was that the phrasing of the pushback was principle-based, i.e. he argued […]
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This is a debate I often see in technical circles, mostly between technicians and their less technical managers or stakeholders. It’s a debate that often leads to conflict or a reduction in morale or motivation in each party. It has career implications too; as technical leaders aiming to build a career, its something we need
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[…] the kinds of power that actually make people want to follow you. They come from who you are as a person, not just the title on your business card. For example, personal power is about building relationships and understanding what motivates people. If your team knows that you’ve got their back, they’re more likely […]
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