
We Are For Good Podcast - The Podcast for Nonprofits 429. How to Set Yourself Up for Success in Your New Management Role - Zulean Cruz- Diaz
Meet Zulean. As a management coach and consultant, she's on a mission to empower teams with the skills and tools needed for fostering strong and trusting group dynamics🤝 Even the most dedicated teams can lose their sense of direction, that’s why they need the tools needed to build a united team with a clear plan for success🧠Tune in for actionable strategies that will help you grow in your management journey and build strong, cohesive teams that succeed together.
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- A guide to your new management role
- How to balance management with other job responsibilities
- Communication + conflict management tips
Today's Guest
Zulean Cruz-Diaz, Founder + CEO - Z Conecta
Episode Highlights
- Zulean’s story and journey to where she is today (4:00)
- From an employee to a manager (10:00)
- Trust-based leadership (13:00)
- Balancing your new responsibilities with being a manager (15:40)
- Listening and other communication skills (19:05)
- Managing conflict resolution (22:00)
A powerful moment of philanthropy in Zulean’s life (27:05) - Zulean’s One Good Thing: Make sure you make time to reflect. (29:25)
For more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/429.
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