As a business owner or manager, how many times have you said the words, "I feel like I'm the only one caring about building this business?" You're not alone feeling this way, and it doesn't have to stay this way. In this episode, I share a framework to help connect the dots for your team members to see and be accountable to their role in growing the business. Use this framework and you will have an edge over every other business or team who is still trying to "convince" team members to step up. And if you're ready to get hands on support for bringing this to life on your team, reach out to me at hello@liagarvin.com and let's talk Ops Playbook.--Get the Thriving Team Scorecard and join my 20-day challenge to become a better manager to your team in just one month - liagarvin.com/scorecard Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:For Entrepreneurs & Founders - Let's get you out of the weeds and your teams firing on all cylinders, saving you time and money to reinvest in your business. Ask about the "Ops Playbook" to get started.For Corporate Managers & Teams - Want to build more effective managers, get better at giving & receiving feedback, solve RTO the right way, or support your team in navigating change and uncertainly? Ask about my "Manager & Team workshops".--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

At least 20% of the workforce is neurodivergent, and yet it's something most managers don't understand or know how to support. In this episode, I'm joined by Margaux Joffee, neurodivergent speaker, consultant, and Co-Founder of the Great ADHD Reset Program, where we discuss what neurodiversity is, specific actions you can take as a manager and leader to support your neurodivergent team members, and how building more inclusive teams makes a better experience for anyone. About Margaux: Margaux Joffe (she/her) is an entrepreneurial leader whose work currently focuses on improving employment outcomes for neurodivergent adults. She is known for being a Top 50 global Neurodiversity evangelist, a leading advocate for women with ADHD, as well as a driving force for neurodiversity inclusion in Silicon Valley.Formerly an award-winning producer across public health, advertising and tech, Margaux’s superpower is her ability to inspire collaboration around a common goal — and produce results.She is proudly neurodivergent and serves on the Board of Directors for the American Association of People with Disabilities.Learn more about Margaux & her work: Margauxjoffe.com--Get the Thriving Team Scorecard and join my 20-day challenge to become a better manager to your team in just one month - liagarvin.com/scorecard Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:For Entrepreneurs & Founders - Let's get you out of the weeds and your teams firing on all cylinders, saving you time and money to reinvest in your business. Ask about the "Ops Playbook" to get started.For Corporate Managers & Teams - Want to build more effective managers, get better at giving & receiving feedback, solve RTO the right way, or support your team in navigating change and uncertainly? Ask about my "Manager & Team workshops".--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

We've all heard that feedback has to be a two way street between managers and team members, but how we do we setup the conversation for someone to give us feedback? Not great? We've all been there. In this episode I talk about the importance of asking our team members for feedback, and share a simple three-step framework for shaping the conversation. It will make it easier and works even if you totally disagree with the feedback someone gives you. --Get the Thriving Team Scorecard and join my 20-day challenge to become a better manager to your team in just one month - liagarvin.com/scorecardTo get on the list for my upcoming live Q&A sessions and "manager tip of the week" exclusive to my community, send the text MANAGER to (415) 234-5716. This text goes right to me, so feel free to ask any questions there as well, or share your questions for upcoming AMA episodes. Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

When it comes to creating safety for vulnerability and trust on a team, as a leader, you have to go first. You have to open the door and set the tone, so others see that it's safe to follow. In my conversation with Chris Hartley, VP Of Sales at K. Hovnanian Homes and author of the upcoming children's book series "Life Lessons with Daddy," we discuss Chris's philosophy for leadership and for bringing out the best in his teams: leading with love. We talk about empathy, vulnerability, having hard conversations, and empowering teams to rise to their full potential. About Chris:Chris Hartley has nearly two decades of New Home Sales Experience in various roles across the industry. In addition to his current role as Vice President of Sales for K. Hovnanian Homes in DFW, Chris is a Certified Trainer for the Texas Real Estate Commission, frequent contributor to industry leading publications, a guest on numerous industry podcasts, and a highly sought out Public Speaker. Chris has worked with both public and private homebuilders across the US. Chris has won numerous awards on a local, regional, and national level including the inaugural Gold Award at The Nationals for One to Watch through the National Association of Homebuilders. Chris is an active member of the Zillow Builder Advisor Board as well as a Board Member for AtlasRTX. Chris is an advocate for the American Cancer Society, being named a three-time Corporate Hero and is part of Team Determination participating in half and full marathons having raised over $200,000 fighting for the cause. Chris’s latest adventure was completing a full Ironman Triathlon on behalf of the National Angels, a Foster Care Organization Chris is passionate about as well as complete his first children’s book series in 2022.Check out Chris's book: https://lifelessonswithdaddy.com/--Get the Thriving Team Scorecard and join my 20-day challenge to become a better manager to your team in just one month - liagarvin.com/scorecardTo get on the list for my upcoming live Q&A sessions and "manager tip of the week" exclusive to my community, send the text MANAGER to (415) 234-5716. This text goes right to me, so feel free to ask any questions there as well, or share your questions for upcoming AMA episodes. Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Sure we all want to make good decisions, but sometimes as a manager or business owner, the best thing we can do is make FEWER decisions.In this episode, I talk about the role the QUANTITY of decisions you make plays in driving higher engagement on your team; sharing a mental model for understanding which decisions to delegate, and 4 steps you can do to reduce the number of decisions you make day to day in your team or business. --Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

You have a new team member starting tomorrow and no plan for what to do. No big deal, right?Welllll.... In this episode, I talk about the importance of having a plan for onboarding new team members, and share three simple things you can do right away to create a more seamless experience, even if you have someone starting literally tomorrow.Don't wing it - having a clear onboarding plan sets the tone for that person to be focused on the right things from day one and feel setup for success long term. --Get the Thriving Team Scorecard and join my 20-day challenge to become a better manager to your team in just one month - liagarvin.com/scorecardTo get on the list for my upcoming live Q&A sessions and "manager tip of the week" exclusive to my community, send the text MANAGER to (415) 234-5716. This text goes right to me, so feel free to ask any questions there as well, or share your questions for upcoming AMA episodes. Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Right now in the workplace, change is the only constant, and it's requiring managers and team leaders to be intentional about how they show up for their teams. But what this looks like in action is often easier said than done. In this episode, I'm joined by Farah Bernier, HR Executive & Central Ops Executive in Tech, where we talk about the challenges leaders and managers are facing right now from motivation to engagement to navigating change to building inclusive teams, and tools and strategies for how they can both feel better supported themselves and better support their teams. About Farah:Farah Bernier is a multifaceted experienced professional who specializes in partnering with Fortune 500 executive leaders as an Executive Human Resources Business Partner and an Executive Coach. She partners with Executive-level leaders and their senior leadership teams developing talent management strategies that prioritize attracting, retaining, developing and promoting critical talent in ways directly tied to game-changing business objectives. Learn more about Farah and her work at: farahbernier.comConnect with Farah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farahbernier/Email Farah: farahbernier@gmail.com--Get the Thriving Team Scorecard and join my 20-day challenge to become a better manager to your team in just one month - liagarvin.com/scorecardTo get on the list for my upcoming live Q&A sessions and "manager tip of the week" exclusive to my community, send the text MANAGER to (415) 234-5716. This text goes right to me, so feel free to ask any questions there as well, or share your questions for upcoming AMA episodes. Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Bringing people together from different professional background can get your team thinking in new ways and innovating better than ever - but it can take an adjustment period that's important for managers to be aware of and support. In this episode, I talk about the importance of the context team members bring from previous industries and roles, how to celebrate and leverage qualities that help make the new team better, and how help someone get up to speed on how the new company operates. Following the strategies I talk about in this episode helps make for a seamless transition where folks feel setup for success and appreciate for the different skills they bring. --Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

We all want to be better managers - but *how* to do that is easier said than done. Wouldn't it be awesome if someone made you a list of things to do that will improve not only your effectiveness as a manager but the performance of your team as well?I thought so too. That's why I created the Thriving Team Scorecard, a list of twenty things you can do THIS MONTH to up your game as a manager; and in this episode, we dive into what these actions are and why they're important. Grab your copy of the scorecard at liagarvin.com/scorecard--To get on the list for my upcoming live Q&A sessions and "manager tip of the week" exclusive to my community, send the text MANAGER to (415) 234-5716. This text goes right to me, so feel free to ask any questions there as well, or share your questions for upcoming AMA episodes. Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

Back with another Ask Me Anything (AMA) episode, answering three questions you've submitted over the past few weeks. In this AMA (first aired as a LinkedIn Live), I dive into three questions: - How do I know if my report is venting vs needing help?- What do I do if a team member isn't meeting expectations?- What was one of the hardest situations you've had to navigate as a people manager?And if you have questions for AMAs, my upcoming Q&A sessions, or for future episodes, text the word MANAGER to (415) 234-5716--Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

You know that feeling when you're talking to one of your team members and you can see it's just going in one ear and out the other? Or how about when someone says they totally get something and the result looks completely different than you expected? These disconnects, so common on teams and yet so frustrating actually can be avoided by understanding one thing: the enneagram. On this episode, I'm joined by Tracy O'Malley, enneagram expert and leadership coach where we discuss the power of the enneagram in enabling leaders to better understand themselves and their team members; help leaders show up with more empathy and influence, and drive better results on their teams.  This tool has been transformational for me both personally and professionally, and I could not be more excited to share it with all of you.About Tracy: Tracy is a Enneagram and Leadership Communication Expert who coaches and consults with individuals, entrepreneurs, couples, and professional corporate teams to leverage their natural strengths and stressors to achieve unstoppable success; using the power of the Enneagram. Along with her work as a consultant and coach, she is a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, coveted speaker, and host of the top podcast Lead with the Enneagram, guiding people with actionable frameworks to rewire limiting beliefs. Learn more about Tracy and her work at: tracyomalley.com/Get your enneagram blueprint (the most accurate one on the market): tracyomalley.com/workwithme--To get on the list for my upcoming live Q&A sessions and "manager tip of the week" exclusive to my community, send the text MANAGER to (415) 234-5716. This text goes right to me, so feel free to ask any questions there as well, or share your questions for upcoming AMA episodes. Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

As managers, we're trained problem solvers, making it oh so tempting to jump in with solutions when a team member is stuck or needs help. The problem is, when we jump in too quickly, we prevent our team member from learning from a setback, trusting themselves solve problems, or bringing their own creative ideas to a situation. In this episode we talk about how to stop ourselves from problem solving as managers and what to do instead. --Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

We've all been there: we have that employee who we know isn't happy, but we have so much on our plates already that it's hard to know what to do about it. In this situation you have two options, work to fix it, or work to support that person in finding the next thing, and that's what we dive into in today's conversation. Tune in and you'll be so much more setup for success to handle this situation. AND, if you are eager to bring more clarity and ease to the work happening on your team, so you know everyone (including you!) is working on all of the right things that move your business forward, reach out at hello@liagarvin.com to talk about bringing the Ops Playbook to your team. --To get on the list for my upcoming live Q&A sessions and "manager tip of the week" exclusive to my community, send the text MANAGER to (415) 234-5716. This text goes right to me, so feel free to ask any questions there as well, or share your questions for upcoming AMA episodes. Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

What do the importance of personal development, finding a sense of purpose in our work, and the sad reality that impostor feelings never quite go away have in common? These are three of the many topics I dive into with my guest Rachel Smith on today's episode. In our conversation, we cover:- Making time to check in with your teams and making feedback a two-way street- How a focus on personal development fuels greater job performance- The importance of skip level meetings- And yes, the sad reality that even the most senior leaders in our companies don't feel like they have it all figured out. About Rachel:Rachel is a seasoned leader and manager who has dedicated her career to helping individuals and teams do great work. She has worked at Google for over a decade, and previous to that, she was a leader in multiple high growth start ups.Resources mentioned: Gallup data on top 2 reasons people become managers--To get on the list for my upcoming live Q&A sessions and "manager tip of the week" exclusive to my community, send the text MANAGER to (415) 234-5716. This text goes right to me, so feel free to ask any questions there as well, or share your questions for upcoming AMA episodes. Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

One of the most common things I hear from managers is that you want to build an inclusive team, you know it's important, but... you don't quite know how to do it. In this episode, I share 3 concrete "must do's" for having an inclusive team, with specific examples of how to bring these to life so that you create an environment where not only people feel like they can make a meaningful impact on their teams, they also want to stick around for the happy hours. Based on one of my most popular workshops and LinkedIn learning course that hit over 20k listeners, this episode is one you're gonna want to bookmark and come back to, whether you're a manager in the corporate word, running a startup, or a small business owner. --To get on the list for my upcoming live Q&A sessions and "manager tip of the week" exclusive to my community, send the text MANAGER to (415) 234-5716. This text goes right to me, so feel free to ask any questions there as well, or share your questions for upcoming AMA episodes. Looking for support for your team? Reach out to hello@liagarvin.com to learn more about one of my four core focuses for teams:Manager Development - Micro to Macro Manager Development ProgramEmployee Engagement - Focus Groups & Action Planning WorkshopsRetaining Women - Accelerate Group Coaching Program for WomenFor Entrepreneurs & Founders - Billion Dollar Ops Playbook for Million Dollar Businesses--Connect with me!LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/liagarvinInstagram: instagram.com/lia.garvinWeb: liagarvin.comMusic by Y8S: isaacy8s.comDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple