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In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, Jared sits down with Vanderbloemen COO Jennifer Paulson to explore the art of people management and leadership development. Together, they discuss why the COO role extends far beyond numbers and operations—it’s about understanding, empowering, and growing your team.

They delve into:

  • How managing people is at the heart of the COO role and why people challenges often trump operational ones.
  • The essentials of effective delegation: why following up and hands-on coaching are critical for developing emerging leaders.
  • The power of emotional intelligence in navigating difficult conversations and maintaining high team morale.
  • Customizing your leadership style to meet the unique needs of individual team members for optimal performance.
  • Reframing tough decisions—like letting go of employees—as opportunities for growth and a healthier organization.

Whether you’re leading a church, nonprofit, or corporate team, this episode offers actionable insights to help you build, run, and keep a great team.

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