389: How to Lead Ambitious Team Members
Have you ever felt the pressure of holding onto an ambitious, high-performing team member, worried they might outgrow your business or leave for a competitor? In this episode, I’m sharing exactly what it takes to engage, inspire, and keep your most driven people.
I reveal the five biggest mistakes I see leaders make with ambitious team members. These include squelching their drive, relying only on pay raises, and missing important chances to let them shine as role models. I share hands-on strategies, like having genuine growth conversations, mapping out career paths even if you cannot offer a promotion today, and using proven tools such as our Career Pathing framework and the 5R Work Plan. These approaches help you channel ambition into real growth for your business.
You will hear stories from my clients that showcase the reality of retaining your best talent. You will learn how to align their goals with your business needs while avoiding empty promises. The episode is all about helping you step up as a confident leader, escape the cycle of micromanagement, and create a team culture where ambitious people want to stay and thrive.
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