How to Lead with Kate Waterfall Hill

Setting objectives

In this episode of 'How to Lead,' with Kate Waterfall Hill, Kate explains how clear objectives can create focus, motivation, and measurable results. She covers different types of objectives including short-term, long-term, personal, team, performance, and development goals, with reflection questions for leaders to set their own meaningful and achievable goals.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction and Overview00:40 The Importance of Setting Objectives01:47 Common Pitfalls in Setting Objectives03:17 Types of Objectives04:58 SMART Goals Explained06:25 Alternative Goal-Setting Frameworks07:58 Avoiding Common Mistakes09:12 Involving Your Team in Goal Setting10:00 Personal Objectives for Leaders10:44 Practical Steps to Implement Objectives11:30 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsJOIN MY COMMUNITY: Subscribe HERE⁠⁠ if you’d like new podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox along with weekly tips, tools, and musings. Have you subscribed yet?It would mean so much to me if you would SUBSCRIBE, SHARE OR REVIEW the How to Lead podcast wherever you get your podcasts!Useful links:Free Resources and more information on Kate's coaching programmes Buy the "How to Lead" bookConnect with Kate on LinkedInFollow Kate on TikTokContact Kate

Self-regulation

Today Kate delves into the important skill of self-regulation, exploring how leaders can manage their thoughts, emotions, and actions to enhance their leadership effectiveness. Listeners are encouraged to become aware of their triggers, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and practice new habits to improve their leadership impact. Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction to Self-Regulation00:49 Linda's Approach to Self-Regulation01:45 The Importance of Self-Regulation04:40 Understanding Your Triggers and Reactions05:31 Techniques for Self-Regulation07:52 Reframing and Practicing New Habits10:29 Positive Intelligence and Saboteurs11:12 Weekly Challenge and Recap11:48 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsJOIN MY COMMUNITY: Subscribe HERE⁠⁠ if you’d like new podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox along with weekly tips, tools, and musings. Have you subscribed yet?It would mean so much to me if you would SUBSCRIBE, SHARE OR REVIEW the How to Lead podcast wherever you get your podcasts!Useful links:Free Resources and more information on Kate's coaching programmes Buy the "How to Lead" bookConnect with Kate on LinkedInFollow Kate on TikTokContact Kate

Collaboration

In this episode of How to Lead, Kate focuses on the essence of genuine collaboration within teams, sharing insights from her 30 years in business and leadership development. The discussion covers the pitfalls of flawed collaboration practices, exemplified humorously by 'Linda, the bad manager,' and delves into the necessity of collaboration for modern organisational success, with practical advice for leaders to model, facilitate, support, coach, and celebrate collaborative efforts in their teams.Episode Highlights00:00 Introduction to Collaboration00:41 Defining True Collaboration03:06 Common Collaboration Pitfalls04:10 Strategies for Effective Collaboration08:29 Leadership's Role in Collaboration09:54 Practical Tips and ConclusionJOIN MY COMMUNITY: Subscribe HERE⁠⁠ if you’d like new podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox along with weekly tips, tools, and musings. Have you subscribed yet?It would mean so much to me if you would SUBSCRIBE, SHARE OR REVIEW the How to Lead podcast wherever you get your podcasts!Useful links:Free Resources and more information on Kate's coaching programmes Buy the "How to Lead" bookConnect with Kate on LinkedInFollow Kate on TikTokContact Kate

Giving feedback

Today Kate delves into the essentials of giving effective feedback that is clear, kind, and useful. Emphasis is placed on the importance of regular, specific, and growth-focused feedback, as well as fostering a culture where feedback is normalised and constructive. Kate also touches on how to handle feedback to peers and superiors, ultimately aiming to create a positive environment of continuous improvement.Episode Highlights00:00 Introduction to Effective Feedback00:41 The Importance of Feedback01:10 Common Mistakes in Giving Feedback02:11 Why Feedback is Kind03:09 Overcoming the Fear of Giving Feedback04:36 The SO-ROCK Feedback Framework05:36 Real-World Feedback Example06:46 Language and Approach in Feedback07:20 Giving Feedback to Bosses and Peers08:09 Building a Feedback Culture09:24 Key Takeaways and Final Tips10:33 Conclusion and Call to ActionJOIN MY COMMUNITY: Subscribe HERE⁠⁠ if you’d like new podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox along with weekly tips, tools, and musings. Have you subscribed yet?It would mean so much to me if you would SUBSCRIBE, SHARE OR REVIEW the How to Lead podcast wherever you get your podcasts!Useful links:Free Resources and more information on Kate's coaching programmes Buy the "How to Lead" bookConnect with Kate on LinkedInFollow Kate on TikTokContact Kate

Managing up

This episode of 'How to Lead with Kate Waterfall Hill,' explores the skill of managing up. Drawing from her 30 years in business and leadership development, Kate debunks myths about managing up, provides five practical principles for engaging with your boss, and offers strategies for dealing with different types of managers—from micromanagers to vague visionaries. Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction to Managing Up02:05 Understanding the Importance of Managing Up04:43 Five Practical Principles for Managing Up09:13 Tailoring Your Approach to Different Boss Types11:11 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsJOIN MY COMMUNITY: Subscribe HERE⁠⁠ if you’d like new podcast episodes delivered right to your inbox along with weekly tips, tools, and musings. Have you subscribed yet?It would mean so much to me if you would SUBSCRIBE, SHARE OR REVIEW the How to Lead podcast wherever you get your podcasts!Useful links:Free Resources and more information on Kate's coaching programmes Buy the "How to Lead" bookConnect with Kate on LinkedInFollow Kate on TikTokContact Kate