IntermediateSensitive Situations
Set boundaries with an expert without dismissing them
Marc, a respected technical expert, routinely challenges your decisions in meetings. You need to rein that in while still valuing his expertise.
The situation
You have managed this technical team for eight months. Marc, the most experienced member, questions your decisions in front of everyone. It is making the whole team uncomfortable.
Persona
Marc, 45, software architect, 15 years of experience. Technically brilliant, but uneasy accepting the authority of a manager less technical than him.
Learning objectives
- 1Acknowledge expertise without ceding authority
- 2Set clear limits in meetings
- 3Channel that expertise towards the team
- 4Build mutual respect
Skills practised
LeadershipManaging expertsDiplomacyAuthority
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