12/18/2023

Seven Questions Every Leader Needs to Ask Their Direct Reports

Check in on those whom you employ

It's crucial for every successful leader to understand the motivations and drivers of their direct reports. The best leaders take the time to regularly check in with their team members and ask the right questions to gain valuable insights into how to support and motivate them.

As an executive leadership coach, I have helped my clients come up with seven of the most important questions that will create a positive and successful working environment with their direct reports. And here they are:

How can we invest in your future here? As an effective leader, it is important to understand your direct reports’ career goals and aspirations. By asking this question, you can gain insight into what they need to grow and advance within the company. This can help you create development plans and opportunities that align with their goals, and ensure that they feel invested in the company’s future.

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