Pressure-Proof Leadership: Insights from Sabina Nawaz's New Book | Energy Sector Heroes

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In this episode of Energy Sector Heroes, I welcome back Sabina Nawaz, CEO, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and now author of You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be and Others Need. Whether you're managing a small team, leading at the executive level, or aspiring to a leadership role, this conversation is packed with practical strategies to help you navigate the challenges of leadership under pressure.

Sabina shares insights from her upcoming book, discussing how pressure and power influence leadership and how to bridge the gap between managers and their teams. We also talk about actionable ways to build trust, reduce power dynamics, and grow as a leader.

🎯 Key Takeaways:

1. Recognize Your Pressure Triggers

• Identify what pressures you the most (e.g., public speaking, high workloads) and proactively create strategies to manage them before they affect your actions.

1. Ask the Right Questions to Get Real Feedback

• To avoid vague responses, ask your team focused questions like: What’s one thing I did well? What’s one thing I could improve? Create an environment of trust and consistency to encourage honesty.

1. Delegate Strategically, Not Abruptly

• Think of delegation as a gradual process. Start with close guidance and slowly adjust as your team builds confidence and capability, using the “delegation dial” as your guide.