107 - Why the Middle Matters featuring Jeff Sigel

Why does the middle matter? Find out in this week’s episode of The Fabulous Learning Nerds! 🎙️ Scott, Dan, and Zeta are joined by the insightful Jeff Sigel, who dives deep into the challenges and opportunities of being a middle manager. This episode is all about why middle managers play such a crucial role in organizations and how they can unlock their full potential.

With stories from his 20+ years of corporate experience, Jeff shares his practical strategies to help middle managers lead, influence, and grow in their roles. It’s an engaging, inspiring, and dare we say, scintillating discussion that you won’t want to miss!

About Jeff Sigel: Jeff Sigel is a seasoned business leader and middle management coach with over two decades of experience working for major companies like Nabisco, The Hershey Company, Ahold, and Cracker Barrel. Now focused on coaching mid-level leaders, Jeff is passionate about creating better work environments and more fulfilling careers for middle managers. His new book, The Middle Matters: A Toolkit for Middle Managers, is packed with valuable strategies for those looking to enhance their role and impact.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Building Credibility: Learn how to master the details, foster a can-do attitude, and manage up to build trust with your superiors.
  2. Expanding Team Capacity: Discover the importance of providing purpose, feedback, and a supportive culture to help your team deliver outstanding results.
  3. Fostering Commitment: Find out how to gain buy-in from employees, peers, and leaders by taking ownership, removing obstacles, and navigating organizational politics.
Tune in for an episode filled with insights, laughter, and actionable tips to help you thrive in the world of middle management!

 

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107 - Why the Middle Matters featuring Jeff Sigel