Episode 316: Could common leadership mistakes be the real reason your team isn’t performing the way you hoped?
If you’ve ever scratched your head wondering why your team isn’t delivering—despite clear expectations and solid training—this episode is for you. Learn how five often-overlooked leadership missteps could be silently derailing your team’s success, and what you can do to fix them fast.
Here’s what you’ll walk away with:
- The five most common leadership mistakes that sabotage performance—and how to avoid them.
- Actionable tools like “5×5 communication” and “schedule the finish” that create clarity and momentum.
- A roadmap for follow-through that builds trust, improves morale, and keeps your team on track.
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Press play now to uncover which leadership mistakes are holding your team back—and what to do instead.
5 Leadership Mistakes That Quietly Derail Performance
⏱ 01:00 – Mistake #1: Your Team Doesn’t Know What to Do.
Even seasoned teams need repeated clarity—use 5×5 communication and check for understanding to close the gap.
⏱ 03:28 – Mistake #2: They Don’t Know Why It Matters.
Without a compelling why, tasks feel meaningless—connect every action to purpose to fuel motivation.
⏱ 04:25 – Mistake #3: Assuming They Know How.
Don’t rely on vague traits like “ownership” or “empathy”—break them down into observable, coachable habits.
⏱ 07:18 – Mistake #4: They Can’t Perform (Even If They Want To).
Too much on their plate? Lack of resources? Learn how to schedule the finish and assess feasibility.
⏱ 10:42 – Mistake #5: Lack of Follow-Through from Leadership.
If you don’t follow up, your team learns the work doesn’t matter—balance celebration with accountability.
Tools and Strategies That Solve the Real Issues
⏱ 01:44 – How to Use “5×5 Communication” for Better Clarity.
Say it five times, five different ways—then check for understanding to build alignment and reduce friction.
⏱ 05:23 – Teaching the How: From Concepts to Behaviors.
Model specific examples of what “good” looks like so your team knows how to meet expectations.
⏱ 08:51 – Spotting Systemic Roadblocks.
Outdated tools or overlapping systems may be silently killing productivity—learn how to ask the right questions.
⏱ 11:37 – What Accountability Conversations Sound Like.
Use the INSPIRE framework to address missed commitments without blame—just solutions.
⏱ 13:07 – Your Checklist for Performance Turnarounds.
Before jumping to conclusions, run through the 5 reasons—what, why, how, can’t, and follow-through.
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