September 29, 2026 - Gina Trimarco

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September 29, 2026

Leader coaching an employee to solve a workplace problem instead of passing the hot potato to her manager.

Hot Potato Leadership: Stop Catching Every Problem Your Team Throws at You

When every problem lands on your desk, solving it may be the fastest answer, but it’s rarely the best one. Great leaders coach people to bring their thinking along with their problems.

Employee managing up by sharing results and recommendations with a senior leader.

Managing Up: How To Make Sure Your Good Work Gets Noticed

Good work doesn’t always speak for itself. Managing up means understanding what your leader values, communicating what matters, and making it easier for them to make good decisions.