As a leader, I believe in creating an environment that empowers teams and drives meaningful outcomes. Here are the key principles and practices that guide my leadership approach:
Leadership Principles
I base my leadership on four core principles:
- People First: Prioritizing team wellbeing and professional growth
- User-Centric: Making decisions with user needs at the forefront
- Collaboration Focused: Fostering open communication and teamwork
- Growth Mindset: Embracing challenges and continuous learning
Practices and Processes
To implement these principles, I utilize several key practices:
- One on Ones: Regular check-ins to provide support and guidance
- Design Workshops: Collaborative sessions to solve complex problems
- Design Crits: Structured feedback sessions to improve outcomes
- Standups: Daily alignment and obstacle removal
- X-Functional Syncs: Cross-team coordination and alignment
Management Styles
My management approach combines:
- Democratic: Involving team members in decision-making
- Transformational: Inspiring positive change and innovation