The Parliament Vol. 2, No. 15

What Are Your Key Takeaways?

Author

Thomas Greek
April 18, 2025

COACHING PROMPT OF THE WEEK

“What Are Your Key Takeaways?”

Ask this powerful question at the end of your next one-on-one discussion with a team member. 

A question like this is a great means of solidifying learning, promoting reflection, and ensuring action. 

Pay close attention to the team member’s response and show genuine interest in their takeaways. 

Consider these follow-up questions to ask:

  • "What makes those takeaways important to you?"

  • "How will you apply those takeaways in your work?"

  • "What actions will you take based on those takeaways?"

Remember that coaching isn’t telling! Coaching is about staying curious and making space for those in our care to become confident authors of their own stories.

COACHING FOR DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS

Building strong teams means navigating tough times.

Instead of just reprimanding, try coaching!

This video shows how understanding, asking the right questions, and focusing on solutions can lead to better outcomes for everyone.

Check out this video for a few coaching tips to get you started.

Thanks and Be Well!

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“May Your Choices Reflect Your Hopes, Not Your Fears” – Nelson Mandela

Mandela's quote is a powerful reminder that we have the power to choose our path.

It encourages us to embrace hope, overcome fear, and live a life that reflects our deepest aspirations. It is a message of empowerment, resilience, and the transformative power of positive action.

I’ve learned that to manage my mindset so that fear doesn’t stop me from making choices that will serve me. 

It doesn’t mean I’m not afraid anymore (Heck - I’m afraid all the time!) but I tap into hope and the possibilities it provides and choose to show up differently.

What ways are fear and hope influencing your choices?

Thanks and Be Well!

Excited to share that I recently joined the amazing Leadership Coach, Sara Greco, on her podcast, "Lead Into It!”

We had a great discussion about how embracing curiosity and the power of coaching can transform your leadership journey.

If you're looking for practical leadership insights, this podcast is a must-listen.

Find our episode here:

46. Cultivating Curiosity as a Leader with Thomas Greek - Lead Into It

Thomas Greek's leadership journey reads like a field guide for anyone who's ever struggled with the transition from boss to true leader. From his early days as a self-described "bossy boss" pointing at his metaphorical sheriff's badge, to becoming...

www.buzzsprout.com/1574992/episodes/16964262-46-cultivating-curiosity-as-a-leader-with-thomas-greek

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