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Introducing the Good Manager Leaderboard

The Lunacian • 230 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24

The Good Manager Leaderboard is a new way for managers to earn rewards by tracking how well their delegated axies perform in games. Managers can now see their rankings and compete for prizes based on Axie Experience Points (AXP).
Managers in Axie Classic can start checking their stats right away, while those in Origins and Homeland will get access soon. This adds a competitive edge and helps managers see how they're doing each month.
There's a total of 1,500 AXS available as monthly rewards based on AXP earned, encouraging managers to increase their scholars' gameplay and participation. It's a great opportunity for managers to earn more while leading their teams.

Manage the What, Not the How

Lessons • 550 implied HN points • 25 Jul 23

💼 Business Management Leadership Delegation Coaching Alignment

Focus on managing the 'what' instead of the 'how' when overseeing a team.
Delegating effectively involves defining clear expectations and alignment around goals.
When things go wrong, consider letting situations play out, coaching on the 'how', realigning on the 'what', or coaching preventatively.

Time is emphasis: planning your calendar as a leader

Lessons • 511 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23

💼 Business Time management Leadership Productivity Delegation Strategy

Your calendar as a leader affects what gets done in the company and how you spend time and resources.
Setting clear priorities and having a structured calendar system are crucial for spending time on strategic priorities.
Create a calendar skeleton to lay out core activities and priorities, and regularly revisit and adjust your system.

Ours

The Weasel Speaks • 137 implied HN points • 07 May 23

💼 Business Management Leadership Delegation Teamwork Growth

Delegating more than is comfortable is critical in leadership roles.
Leaders should avoid the traps of 'I can do it better' mentality or helicopter management.
Embrace ruthless delegation as a way to help your team grow and succeed.

How to Be a Better Micromanager

The Jungle Gym • 78 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24

💼 Business Management Delegation Career development Goal setting Time management

Strategic micromanagement can be beneficial for new employees to stabilize and learn
Delegation should be done surgically, not indiscriminately, to increase autonomy
Assess employee skill levels, set clear baselines, and verify comprehension when delegating tasks

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Our 2023 reflections and a powerful action plan for a better 2024

Askwhy: UX Research, Product Management, Design & Careers • 50 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24

💼 Business Product Development Strategy Delegation

Reflect on your past year's work to make positive changes for the next year.
Question assumptions and diversify feedback strategies to improve work efficiency.
Focus on improving work visibility, embracing openness, and empowering others to delegate tasks effectively.

People use the tools they know

The Daily Developer • 39 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23

💼 Business Productivity Efficiency Delegation

When faced with a challenge, people generally resort to using the tools they are familiar with.
Sometimes, trying different tools or approaches, like hiring someone else, can be more efficient and cost-effective.
Being aware of the tools you know and how they impact your work is important for productivity and success.

Shadow Leave: How to Hand off Work

Patrick Auld: It Depends • 2 implied HN points • 21 Nov 24

💼 Business Management Leadership Workplace Delegation Productivity

Prepare before taking time off to avoid chaos. Let your team know you will be away and give them a chance to handle responsibilities.
Creating a 'shadow leave' phase allows you to see where help is needed. This way, you can fix any issues before your break.
Enjoying peace of mind is important. By preparing well, you can relax knowing your team can manage while you're away.

The Solopreneur's Survival Guide: Lessons Learned While Balancing a Full-Time Job and Building a Micro-Startup

layoffpreneur • 19 implied HN points • 03 Mar 23

💼 Business Entrepreneurship Time management Perseverance Support system Self-care Delegation

Time management is crucial for solopreneurs balancing a full-time job and a business.
Perseverance is key to success when juggling multiple responsibilities as a solopreneur.
Building a support system of friends, family, and mentors is essential for solopreneurs.

It's all just leadership after all

The Engineering Manager • 10 implied HN points • 07 Nov 23

💼 Business Leadership Management Career progression Delegation Collaboration

Progression in management isn't just about managing managers, but also senior individual contributors.
You can use the same management strategies for both senior managers and senior individual contributors.
Focus on developing leadership in both roles by controlling the target and delegating the how.

Automate, Delegate, Eliminate

Perspectives • 9 implied HN points • 01 Sep 23

💼 Business Management Scaling Delegation Efficiency Productivity

Identify tasks that can be automated, delegated, or eliminated to work more efficiently.
When transitioning to a managerial role, focus on empowering and growing your team.
Prioritize building leverage in your life by streamlining tasks and freeing up time.

The delegation loop

Marcio Klepacz • 1 HN point • 02 Mar 23

💼 Business Delegation Communication Scale

Delegating tasks is essential because time is limited and you can't do everything yourself.
Delegate tasks that are specified, within your control, and align with your expectations.
Delegation is key to scaling a company and achieving growth.