Don't impose your preferred way of working on others

The transcript describes a scenario where a team member's productivity was hindered by traditional business hours due to his preference for working late at night. By adjusting his work schedule to align with his natural productivity cycle, the team was able to improve performance and meet deadlines. The experience taught the importance of flexible leadership and focusing on outcomes rather than imposing a single way of working.

What was the main issue faced by the team due to the team member's work habits?

• He was not a team player.

• He was not interested in the project.

• He was not available during traditional business hours.

• He was not skilled enough.

How did the team member prefer to work?

• Weekends only

• Standard business hours

• Afternoons to late nights

• Early mornings

What was the result of adjusting the team member's work schedule?

• The project was delayed.

• The team member left the company.

• The team delivered the program before the deadline.

• The team faced more challenges.

What leadership lesson did the speaker learn from this experience?

• Adapt work styles to achieve desired outcomes.

• Impose personal work preferences on the team.

• Avoid working with night owls.

• Always stick to traditional work hours.

What should leaders focus on according to the speaker?

• Their own preferred way of working

• The outcome required and work back from that point

• The traditional business hours

• The personal preferences of each team member