Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's question about managing a likable but ineffective boss. This episode is focused on ways to enable a manager to support growth and development for the team’s career paths. Christa emphasizes the importance of effective feedback and offers actionable strategies for employees to initiate coaching discussions with their boss so the boss can improve. Christa highlights the significance of leveraging the manager's likeability and coachability to foster a productive dialogue. She also shares additional resources and encourages listeners to take charge of their career paths while also finding ways to provide feedback to their managers if the manager is coachable and the goal is focused on improvement.
Key Takeaways
• Most people aren't prepared to become a manager.
• Growth and development are crucial aspects of a job.
• A likable manager can motivate a team to help the manager succeed.
• Employees should take control of their own development.
• Using the BIC method can facilitate effective feedback.
• Coaching can come from trusted colleagues or external sources.
• You're not alone in facing management challenges.
• Leverage your connection with your manager for feedback.
Additional Resources
Garrett, H. (2023, December 18). Taking the Wheel: How to drive your own professional development. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2023/11/30/taking-the-wheel-how-to-drive-your-own-professional-development/
Herrity, J. (2025, December 19). 10 Strategies to Effectively Promote your Professional growth. Indeed Career Guide. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/professional-growth
Ryan, L. (2017, February 23). Five signs Your boss is a nice person -- but a terrible manager. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizryan/2017/02/22/five-signs-your-boss-is-a-nice-person-but-a-lousy-manager/
Video Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:29 Call to Action – Support Ask Christa! as a free resource!
00:57 Listener Question
02:11 Two Things that Enable Manager Success: Likability and Coachability
02:44 Leverage the Likability, Grow the Respect through Action
04:27 Operationalizing the Talk: How to Deal
07:39 If it Doesn’t Go as Planned
08:26 Additional Resources
09:34 Wrap Up & Submitting Your Question
10:10 Booking & Contact Information
Keywords
bad bosses, workplace issues, professional growth, management skills, employee development, coaching, feedback, career advice, workplace dynamics, leadership, communication strategies, manager feedback, management improvement
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