Amanda SwiminCode Like A GirlWhy is Simplicity One of the Best Problem-Solving Tools?Simplicity is a compelling problem-solving tool. Simplicity leads to solutions that are:5 min read·Apr 19, 2024--16--16
Amanda SwiminManagement MattersWhy are 30/30s the best way to discuss feedback?Most people dread feedback sessions with their manager.6 min read·Mar 7, 2024--1--1
Amanda SwiminManagement MattersWhy should every manager use Situational Leadership?If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail.4 min read·Jan 29, 2024--7--7
Amanda SwiminManagement MattersHow should you handle a low performer?A lot of my writing has been about best case scenarios. Ideal leadership. High performing teams.6 min read·Jan 4, 2024--9--9
Amanda SwiminManagement MattersWhy should everyone be using Powerful Questions?I used to love finishing people’s sentences. It felt like I was completing a puzzle or a fill-in-the-blank. It made me feel connected, like…6 min read·Nov 13, 2023--2--2
Amanda SwiminManagement MattersHow does a manager teach their team to do what they can do?A common theme I hear from managers is that they struggle to teach people on their team how to operate in the way that they do. Especially…8 min read·Oct 24, 2023----
Amanda SwiminManagement MattersHow do you create an environment where a high performing team can thrive?Building a high performing team is hard. Maintaining a high performing team is even harder.7 min read·Sep 20, 2023--2--2
Amanda SwiminManagement MattersHow do you avoid overloading your team?People are burned out. Teams are over capacity. There isn’t enough time in the day to get everything done that’s being asked of us. This is…7 min read·Aug 22, 2023--5--5
Amanda SwiminManagement MattersHow do you manage to outcomes?Managers, ask yourselves: When I manage my team, when I hear status updates, when I give feedback — am I focusing on the outcome? Or am I…7 min read·Jul 19, 2023----
Amanda SwiminManagement MattersWhy is weekly peer review the most important meeting you aren’t having?Weekly peer reviews turned out to be one of the most impactful and effective team meetings that my team had.6 min read·Jun 26, 2023--1--1
