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Jan 2021
23m 34s

Effective Management Strategies for Intr...

MATTHEW POLLARD, INTROVERT, AUTHOR, ENTREPRENEUR, SALES AND MARKETING STRATEGIST
About this episode

When Rob Stone, National Partner Director for Xero Australia, moved into a management role, he focused on a particular leadership style – one that offers autonomy, empathy, and empowerment. He shares the ways he uses positive feedback, deep listening, and inclusion as keys to a happy, productive team.

Episode Highlights:

  • Structured vs unstructured mindfulness
  • Recognizing that it’s ok to take time for yourself
  • Transitioning into a leadership role
  • What sales is really about
  • The importance of listening “three layers below”
  • How to be an effective manager
  • Storytelling and empathy

About Rob

Rob Stone has been working with fast growing businesses since 2003, when he started with E&Y’s entrepreneurial services division. Currently, as National Partner Director for Xero Australia, Rob leads a dedicated team who helps accountants, book keepers, and financial planners become highly efficient, rapid growth businesses.

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