Stop Managing, Start Leading | Hamza Khan | TEDxRyersonU

[@5MinutePsychology]

Being a manager very often has nothing to do with being a leader. In my experience, to be a good leader high level of emotional intelligence is necessary. Being self-aware, being able to manage your emotions and emotions of others, motivation, empathy and social skills are the key here.

[@akeemlawrence9750]

🎯

[@Bearnoats]

Ya man. Work can be pretty rough but finding the best way to be optimistic and boost morale. Setting a good example for others and making some time to help those who are struggling is part of what makes a good leader. Managing is just a person who’s paid to be in charge of s group of people.

[@mercury1love]

Oh my gudneh

[@perrymason866]

To be fair, not all managerial positions involve people as much as this - thereby negating the need for leadership skills. I see management skills as resource-allocation based and leadership skills as for the people-facing management positions.

[@giuseppinastella9310]

Bingo. Its actually so hard sometimes

[@sam14636]

I'm a horrible BOSS coz I'm not a BOSS at all. I'm just a FRIEND, I'm a MENTOR, I'm a COMRADE, I'm a CHEER LEADER & I'm a COACH. Coaches don't play Ball, they motivate & Empower teams to win championships & take a step back, watch them do it. Please don't MANAGE; LEAD. Because you manage 'THINGS' & you Lead 'PEOPLE' Loved it !! You nailed it brother...!

[@Jleigh225]

This works great for employees that want to do well

[@700syams]

Back in the day of old Indonesia, we have Ki Hadjar Dewantoro, a prince who chose to be a teacher for the new nation. His wisdom are really a guidance, 1. Ing ngarso sung tuladha 》 give examplary behaviour when you lead 2. Ing madya mangun karso 》 give encouragement to your team 3. Tut wuri Handayani 》give applaus when your team member fly high

[@_VICK_]

People are loyal to people, not companies ♥️

[@HamzaK]

💯

[@u.ker.9509]

BS, people come and go

[@DJFAmenHeavy]

@@u.ker.9509 So do companies

[@haleyweatherall5090]

This was great! Every single section of this presentation was awesome! Thank you for sharing!

[@totafea8]

Barely Loyal to people and themselve they gonna be loyal to a company

[@Therealshaunlott]

This is an excellent way to breakdown how to get the members of your team to outperform the traditional norms. I am a 1969 baby and Hamza Khan is absolutely right. In order for individuals to exceed your expectations and the expectations they have set for themselves, you must lead them! Let them go! People who are managed hate to go work on Monday. They are always watching the second hand tick around the clock and they are not as productive. Individuals who are 'properly' led are inspired [influenced] to be great. They virtually never leave 'work' because they are committed to the success of the organization. You manage systems and processes. You lead people. Great talk @HamzaK

[@HamzaK]

You've beautifully captured the heart of my talk, Shaun. Thank you for your kind words!

[@fortyseventen]

Agreed. When routine work becomes overly 'routine', it becomes important to find more important ways of motivating team members, like making them aware that they enjoy being there, by choice, so they are more likely to be in a positive state when there Or to realize the hidden value that exists around them. Or make friends with like minded people there.

[@ponyexp7008]

"Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things" - Peter Drucker Management is the efficiency in climbing the ladder of success; leadership determines whether the ladder is leaning against the right wall.

[@johnkim7802]

Thank you for sharing this. Well said! Management is about "results" while leadership is about the process and meaning. Both need to get integrated.

[@silionmp]

ממש לא. לבצע דברים נכון זאת מקצוענות. לבצע מה שנכון זה ניהול. לבצע לצורך מטרה נעלה זאת מנהיגות

[@michaelb7799]

Managing the work v. managing the person is a powerful way to unleash potential by trusting the person to make responsible decisions (100% autonomy) and ensure successful, measurable results are delivered (100% accountability). It is long overdue to move away from location/time based thinking and into outcome based thinking. Work is something you do, NOT some place you go.

[@momop5553]

Hence the great resignation ...

[@lisaavalos6890]

#$tttdff

[@Vicious_Species]

Not as simple as you made it out to be. Depends on what you do. The workforce is complex. So, your point is incomplete

[@michaelbarata5221]

@@Vicious_Species what’s missing?

[@Vicious_Species]

@@michaelbarata5221 Amazon for instance. Fulfillment Centers. Your point applies to management in the front office, the techies, hut not to operations on the floor. That's just an obvious example

[@AdamuAuwal]

I like his concluding point, where he said: "you manage things and you lead people".

[@HamzaK]

It's the truth, Auwal.

[@wanismail09]

This is an AWESOME talk on leadership, I have done what he was expressing from 2004 to 2017 without i relishing which endorse me in achievements of an great Auto Crews of team during my STEC & HGST organisation Era ... thank you to my team and today when listen to HAMZA it make me realise how much perfectly in what he is presenting... thanks to Allah.

[@Tarmax94]

I just got promoted to a supervisor position, I'm so happy but at the same time so nervous, this speech has helped me a lot to get a better idea of what to do.

[@malvinasarjveladze9824]

Congratulations! I came here for the same reason, just got promoted to be a team leader

[@salonyanand3047]

Congratulations!! I am in the same situation!! Good luck to everyone sailing in the same boat 💥

[@dinualexandru1148]

Congrats all of you! I'm in the same position at almost 24 yo. I hope you will match your expectations. Hope you all have a worderfull week!

[@jamesjames9810]

Same here

[@simongoldwhite5813]

Hey have you overcome this problem or do you often get nervous?

[@anupgumble6087]

Managing people and not taking them for granted is a real and useful key. Excellent communication and pronunciation dear Mr Hamza Khan.

[@Ragd0ll1337]

I was at this event, phenomenal speaker. I've actually since become a TA at Ryerson and have folded Hamza's management advice into how I run my classes.

[@HamzaK]

Thanks! And congratulations on the TA gig! I'm really glad to hear the lessons from the talk are helping you run your classes. Very, very cool.

[@ateeqachand5391]

@@HamzaK sir plz mention those companies of Pakistan who have Follow this to strt leading

[@Theintentionaldoorknockers]

The most valuable 18min 12sec of my professional career. Incredible job!

[@christopherhanley7516]

"Your best work happens when your boss isn't breathing down your neck.". Worth the price of admission, even if you don't agree with it all.

[@lukebannink5536]

Meet him in real life then say that again

[@MohammedAbid-b5j]

This has to be an all time classic on management, Hamza Khan you absolute legend without a shadow of doubt.

[@theondebray]

Excellent talk, thank you. IMV a good manager (I've only ever worked for one), needs four qualities: 1. a good understanding of the business and finance; 2. good organisational skills to ensure people are clear about their roles and carry them out; 3. work hard as expected of employees, lead by example; 4. good people skills, motivating (I hate to use the word 'manage') staff to carry out their jobs effectively. Good management is almost invisible, it goes on behind the scenes, but bad management leaves huge gaps in morale & performance, & leaves a vacuum for the worst of office politics.

[@verdant6568]

Manage the work and Lead the people. Excellent! Thank you Hamza Khan.

[@alphayash07]

This is highly useful for my media team. KZbin is gold. ♥️🙏🏼

[@HamzaK]

You're most welcome, Yash!

[@homeygumi]

I think his idea of leadership is great. But this works more in creative fields. Sometimes, it doesn't work in other fields though.

[@al97093]

Like in which ones?

[@OperantSound]

...like therapy. My team has a hard time meeting monthly quotas and entering documentation in on time.

[@herientijuana]

If you think you can't, you can't. If you think you can...

[@etiennebongo5897]

I think leadership is everywhere it's not necessary depends on the field.

[@SiaarZH]

oh boy are you wrong. as soon as you start believing your work/industry is non-creative you stop looking for opportunity to make it so.

[@cdriver5179]

He speaks as if all workers are self starters and self directed very progressive talk yet not practical for many industries.

[@paulburton6688]

Nonsense! He speaks about treating individuals as adults and equipping them to flourish and not controlling them.

[@polishp86]

All employees can be, you have to have a clear vision and mission that resonates-those that don’t fit it usually self eliminate, you can eliminate the others that don’t eliminate themselves.

[@Fetchem1222]

This is good Ted makes ya feel good. If you have the wrong people you’re going to have issues. Period

[@nikolagenchev7161]

True, in factories everything is set and planned years ahead. It is pretty hard to implement lots of creativity, even tho we all have infinite potential of it.

[@chrisv.noire.6388]

@@Fetchem1222 Not for long. If you have wrong people they don't get to stay.

[@johnlove6953]

As a former High performance Sales Manager- Going 27 consecutive quarters w sales growth and 34 out of 35 quarters- one of the main contributing factors was me telling my sales team to never address me as their manager! I told them that your parents didnt raise you for 18 years, take you from totally depending on them and teach you independent living skills , so you can enter the world with a label on your forehead saying, management position available, please inquire inside!! No! No ! Never call anyone your manager! You are the manager of yourself and your life! That position is never delegate to someone else!! No one wants to be managed!! We love to be influence by individuals who know how to lead!! Especially those who are leading their life successfully! We all learn how to walk and talk by observing others and relying on ourselves!! Just get out of people ways and see them figure things out!! Thats how we all learn to walk!! We were and are relentless individuals!

[@HamzaK]

Love it, John! Congratulations on all your success.

[@jamiehunt3929]

What a brilliant TedTalk - The last 90 seconds are phenomenal - This is the best finish I have ever seen !!! Highly recommended.

[@karskharis8094]

I understand he got a good point. I also used to have this point of view bc this is how I can work well. But overtime I realized that this view is a bit naive. This is with the assumption that every person in the team can self-manage. In practice this is difficult to achieve especially if you work in a team with diverse demographic. My boss tries to manage with leadership. good thing he has good patience, bc even I'm frustrated with his problem bc some people just can't be left with "rooms for creativity". I learnt a lot from this and realized my earlier naivety.

[@GaneshJadhav-is2jt]

Few things , 1) theories goes for toss when you bring timelines and accountability 2) hiring is the key 3) coming to office does not kill creativity, that is illogical, pure Bermuda love 😂

[@curiouscommunicator7117]

There are a lot of industries where it is difficult to continuously develop people professional and because of this they lose interest. I've seen see good articles where companies have directed training and focus into other areas of people's life with good results for a more continuous development like in arts or creative industries. I value learning very highly, I wouldn't want to work in a job where I'm treated like a tool to continuing working in the same way until I wear out! Thanks for the good points about "manage things and lead people"

[@josedaniel1234]

Interesting stuff can you link some articles

[@stephencarlsbad]

Quote: "You manage things and you lead people/" I agree. People are much too complex to manage. Too many emotions, thoughts, interests, wants, needs, biases, likes, dislikes which = too many variable outputs per management input. You'll never get maximum output trying to manage this range of human complexities, it's too complicated with too many unseen triggers for negative reactions and negative results. Leading is a support based creative endeavor/relationship. If people are giving the reigns, opportunity, and inspiration to be their best, then you never have to constantly tell them to be their best, they're already motivated. If they're motivated ppl will ask for input and assistance. If they don't, then they'll show this in their results and won't be around very long to drag the company down if they simply are interested in being productive and attempting to achieve at their highest level.

[@andyd568]

Your comment is too complicated.

[@HamzaK]

Well said, Stephen.

[@natashadarko7847]

This is brilliant. Couldn’t agree more. Only when you step away, stop ‘managing’ in the traditional sense, do you get the best and worst out of people. And getting the worst is fine... it just helps you quickly realise who isn’t right for your business or team. Don’t spend years forcing people to do a ‘good job’ give them space to do a GREAT job and the natural deadweight will be revealed.

[@alancasillas.fitchannel]

Today I admitted to myself I am a bad boss and ended up here. Just the affirmation I needed, very well put thank you!

[@HamzaK]

Glad to hear, Alan!

[@ateeqachand5391]

@@HamzaK sir tell about implications in Pakistan about this topic

[@simongoldwhite5813]

Hey Alan, have you overcome this? what makes you a "bad boss" is it a control issue?

[@erikespe5822]

"Extended version of course" YES DUDE

[@qfrazier1358]

It's hard when as a manager you feel you're being a good leader, a good example- being on time, doing the tasks needed, responding to emails and phone calls- the "traditional" values that are expected while at work or even in life, but then you see those around you that will be on their phones watching movies or social media instead of doing what is needed; come in to the office late often, taking long breaks or extended lunches, having a pattern of calling in on a Monday and or Friday.

[@fabyhxd2429]

“I don’t stand behind my team and say GO, I stand in front of them and say “Let’s go” That’s powerful

[@mmonomolebedi3108]

Great presentation. People often talk about thinking outside the box without actually doing it. Your story is quite inspiring. Thank you

[@Abstinence]

Around 10:40 he talks about not focusing on outputs, but rather focus on mere outcomes. This is brilliant! This is used in television all the time, I've been seeing this for years but I finally got the context for it. Very good work

[@Dulnaivi]

This was everything i needed to hear. So many favorite nuggets of 6 the one that finalized my mental shift in how I lead was "coaches dont play ball ll they motivate amd empower their team"

[@2009joseastorga]

This only works if your creating something that is not physical. If your building cars as an example things like that need to be done effectively and on a schedule. Structure is needed in most cases but flexibility can be beneficial.

[@americablessgod1273]

15mins in and all I hear is an autobiography of how wonderful he is, I learned no actual tips whatsoever. All he said is accommodate your crew and accept their way of technology.

[@choppps5858]

Agreed! Me me me, I, I, I, me, me, I. That's all I heard

[@makinbacon3124]

Yeah I'm not a fan. No real substance here beyond narcissism and a focus on very specific creative-type jobs. These are not the norm

[@cpetro38]

As a leader, he or she should always lead by example, put your foot forward and do work you expect others to do and do all things in the open and do them well. Never ask anyone to do a task, but invite them to join you (the team). In most cases the team who sees their leader working hard will automatically want to help. I believe when we as leaders show the way by our hard work, involvement with our team and then have an honest follow-up for good and bad work. We develop a good team by our presence in the business we are challenged to run and operate. The leaders biggest challenge today is "social media vs. work ethics".

[@HamzaK]

Couldn't agree more, Carl.

[@EsotericResearcher666]

The mindset that he preaches here is why all the layoffs just happened snap back to reality people you can’t have your cake and eat it too

[@ksruprai]

I'd work for Hamza.Real Talk. #LeadersLead

[@HamzaK]

I would be honoured to work with you, my man. Let's make this CA x UK collaboration happen.

[@ksruprai]

Anytime. Drop me a message. Twitter, email. whatever suits.

[@samiahmed6875]

How you work with muslims, you sikh?!

[@abelardokham]

Mos Amaze Hamza is muslim name, I guess

[@TheBree117]

I just got a new puppy, trying very hard to make him stay on his mat. While watching this video, I couldn't help to notice how well trained this guy is to walk back and forth on the red rug! What was he talking about again? Lol!! But if anyone knows his trainer, send me the details! 😄

[@NaitsirhcCheck]

Having just stepped into a supervisor position myself, this lecture has boosted me. The approach fits my style. Time to coach.

[@modousow8832]

Agreed! Congrats, and get after it. Been at it for 12 years now. Lots of ups n downs, but rewarding once you build the “right team” Cheers

[@simongoldwhite5813]

ARe you dealing with this well or do you worry about people's opinions or get anxious sometimes?

[@80lleysed]

Loved your talk! "We manage things and and we lead people." - 100 % spot on!!

[@duni7374]

8 hour work day? My job wants me to work 24/7 with the workload of 3 people, with no complaints, no raises-- because I'm getting to learn and work in new technologies!

[@randybyrnepersonal]

D Uni - I agree, as some orgs are woefully under-staffed & have completely unrealistic expectations for what some of their people can do. When quality of life suffers, sometimes the only way to teach them a lesson (especially when you have raised the issue in a proper way) is to leave that org. I realize this easier said than done during times like these.

[@roshanthapa9321]

Randy Byrne I agree with you both. That’s what’s happening with me for last couple of years but circumstances are not allowing me to quit and this is a very bad time to quit 😀😀

[@jonathanmason8896]

Great communicator. I wholeheartedly agree that leading is better than managing. Help people to see the vision, want the vision, and the vision will become a reality.

[@saxmanjpr5092]

Allowing someone to do what they love in their job and not "expect" then to work is also the key to success. Example. It is my job to sell product in retail, BUT I LOVE to help women feel good about themselves. So me being allowed to just be myself and HELP women at the boutique I work at, the sales increase. It is not about the job, but the journey that takes you to the destination.

[@blessedlonewolf5518]

EXCEPTIONAL!!!! People 1st makes people put people 1st. An employee who is put above, will provide goods/services that put others above... everyone wins!!! Thank you for learning your skills early Hamza, and for sharing this motivating presentation!!!

[@DanielLopez-rj4ze]

I think its good for project-based jobs. I manage fast food stores, I can´t tell my managers to show up whenever they want, all across the service industry this principles are not applicable.

[@JessSkubi]

Yes, but you can still motivate and empower your team in the fast food industry. There are so many companies that lack those 2 qualities, but instead they micromanage employees to death. So the employees find other work or come to work unhappy because micromanaging workstyle does not keep your employees.

[@yusufozdogan5701]

He is not Sayin’ show up when u want. He says put the goals with mutual agreement and then let ur team do their job. Ur branch Manager is responsible to growth, profitability and happy customers. Leave other details to him. He is not a cow and wil not Show up at 2 pm. But if you spent ur hours at remote Security cams or gps tracker of his/Hera company car; you will LOSS

[@HamzaK]

Love the debate happening in this thread. Would like to hear other perspectives from managers/leaders within more "traditional" and/or regimented work environments.

[@sayyer10]

I disagree. I am a “manager” (although I hate that industrial revolution era job title) in clothing retail who reports to work with the team every fix time in the morning. But I lead the team to work “with” me and not “for” me. That’s what leaders do btw.

[@radostinadimova3748]

Although not applicable for any type of profession, he’s so right. You can’t be treated like a factory worker when you’re expected to work any type of creative work - translators, journalists, designers, IT developers etc.

[@HamzaK]

💯

[@Aesch]

0:16:27 Let's revisit the management paradox on more time 0:16:33 What is the role of management for the next generation?

[@marbenaloc8826]

nothing

[@Superrradical42]

Watching this made me feel better about that my assistant sucked. I had never had an employee like that, and I just want everyone to feel autonomous, supported, safe, and trusted. I usually have a thing that needs to be done, a logical reason for it, then an emotional reason for it, and then how it’s rewarding. Logos, pathos, and ethos. Are you at your desk all day? I don’t care. I walk around watching videos about how Microsoft dynamics works with airpods in. I assume my team does the right thing, I trust them. I’ve only just in the last few years learned how to be on time to work. It’s a legitimate struggle. I’m great and I’m late, I think within reason is fine. Just be on time for meetings because everyone is waiting for you and wants to go back to normal life. And always, remember that burning yourself out is a problem that can last years, but taking a personal day to fully relax and unwind (get a massage) is only takes a day.

[@ethanleroux5697]

As a manager, I would fire this guy

[@TA8TASTIC]

COVID times forced this vision to be a reality. My workplace for 7 years resisted this and now it does work like clock work. This talk is from a practical visionary

[@alexandrecosta2843]

I truly believe in the best way to manage high performance teams, it is not managing

[@hirorop5367]

Absolutely fascinating, great lessons on leadership. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@vindumaharaj104]

Love your training and your style of delivery. So informative, thought provoking and easy to understand...straight to the point. Will be saving this to watch a few times. Thank you

[@railzip]

Makes a good point on the first part of his presentation. Millennials are not tied to their desks but do get the job done.

[@HamzaK]

Yup!

[@ladyen225]

The most gen z ted talk I’ve ever listened to.

[@rauntecolly9753]

That’s great. The best advice I received from my previous Director was manage time, lead people. Great perspective!

[@JollyTrinh]

"You manage things, and you lead people". Thanks a lot In the near future, maybe machine or AI can replace human labor in some industries. Why not? So then, people will seek for some creative and motivative works to do. Are there still many people for us to manage? We must lead people, and manage things. Totally agree!

[@coffeemate5019]

Ok, so I am a manager at a McDonald and need the toilet clean. How do i assigne this task while thinking about the “self-actualisation” of my employee?

[@aledanniel]

I enjoyed this presentation and there is a lot of value for many tupe of industries. In my opinion, it is not a one size fits all solution. Customer facing organizations like a retail bank brach for example, would not function with you showing up 15 minutes late, as clients and associates would be impacted. However, businesses like the one you had, sure it does work for certain people. Unfortunately not everyone has the worl ethics you claim to have. Thank you!

[@HamzaK]

That's a good takeaway from this talk!

[@alejrandom6592]

Bro is actually delivering quite a dense pack of practical information in a natural manner.

[@getapeptalk]

Love the TEDX format - watching this after Martin Gutmann's video on why we choose to celebrate the wrong leaders is a helpful followup.

[@reism123]

Thank you. One of the best TED talks I've watched listened to. We all need managers like this. Exactly like this. 👏

[@JesusMirkoHernandezAlfaro]

I just could not understand from the beginning, but WOW!! In order to keep the strength are better to lead and coaching!. Thank you very much Hamza for this amazing presentation. Its one of those people from the Millennial.

[@ibobpebplaub9354]

Some workers do not like to be lead, I let these people lead and then managed them.

[@rebecca987]

Wow! What a nice way of delivering a public speech! 👏

[@its_heh_suess]

I like that ending. "You manage things, and you lead people..."

[@MaKulitStudios]

I have a question. I founded a digital entertainment company where we make skits and videos, not that different from media companies. Just recently, a colleague of mine (and a friend) approached me via chat and told me about how I don't utilize all of "my people", including him. We had a somewhat healthy discussion and the gist is that, I'm not giving them major tasks like being active in the production or being present in each meeting since they are college students who will be taking board exams soon. My approach is that, I want them to finish their degree first since they've already failed before. I don't want to micromanage them and at the same time I don't want to offend them. If you were in my place, or if you've been in a similar situation, what would you do or what did you do?

[@HamzaK]

I can understand why you're feeling hesitant to give them bigger projects. But by not giving them bigger projects, you're only going to make the problem worse, as the challenge of the bigger projects will prompt them to work harder and smarter, and hopefully elevate their overall skill and performance. There's two theories which explain this: The Yerkes-Dodson Law, as well as Sanford's Theory of Challenge & Support. Look into both of them, when you get a chance. The gist of both is this: People need the right amount of increased challenge to do better work. And on the flip side, a lack of challenge produces underwhelm and dependancy. Hope this is a good starting point for you!

[@daleday593]

Bravado! I have changed career focus from the conventional business management paradox to a new business/ expansion project with a leadership position in the restaurant field. Hamza, thank you for sharing your experience, insights and advice. I will implement your points to create a cohesive, collaborative staff team within my development project.

[@HamzaK]

You're most welcome, Dale. All the best!

[@TheYaGaHa]

To all people complaining about it doesn't work for all industries: He literally said its meant for creative work, entrepreneurial work and information work... edit: you can he states it at 6:30

[@HamzaK]

Thanks for pointing this out!

[@BboyDJFLIP]

I think he made some great points about leadership but I believe that great leaders are also people who were effective followers. He mentioned that he was late almost everyday and his last two weeks were basically him goofing off. While I understand that being on time doesn’t equal production, I do believe that it is a matter of respect and professionalism.

[@Native_love]

Leaders are followed even if they aren't in charge. All great leaders inspire loyalty and you literally feel like, "I'd follow him or her into battle or another job." I can name two or three in my life.

[@bellaber184]

There are people in the world who are either driven or not. Lazy or not. You can't convince someone to be something they don't have the desire to be. I didn't start working hard until I got to a point in my life where I wasn't getting where I wanted to go. I understood the principle of hard work, but never applied it because I hadn't gotten to the point of being so sick and tired of not moving forward that I was willing to do whatever it takes. Every one has their own reasons for working hard and moving towards their dreams. Not everyone has an amazing boss like him. However, I believe it comes from within and you can draw it out of yourself and achieve more than you ever thought you could, but it's gotta start with YOU. It's great to have those people who motivate you, but you could at any time fall back into a place of complacency until you decide to be a hard worker and accomplish your dreams.

[@ingwit4136]

There might be confusion about working "hard" and start time and where. I'm not sure that this talk is about lazy employees as it is about employees who realize that they are not willing to adhere to the 20th century model of line management. This talk does not apply to a store salesperson or emergency personnel, whose scheduled is fixed by location and time.

[@abelardokham]

Great and brilliant! I was applying technique of leading not managing in my company in Uzbekistan. It was start up, with budget 7K. Everyone was surprised and suspicious about working on result, wherein employees’ time management up to them and they have a choice to come office or not. Thank God, for 5 years we have been operating in marketing field, and team members are result oriented.

[@HamzaK]

Glad to hear!

[@HeyitsFong]

There are 3 main leadership styles: transformational, transactional, and laissez-faire. By research the worst type is laissez-faire and the best is transformational leadership. The speaker talks about laissez-faire with certain aspects of transformational leadership so honestly idk how to feel about it

[@annanqureshi690]

this is applicable in technology driven, innovative companies where employees love to dream big and do big things.

[@cameronhetzler5407]

2021 needs to hear this. Man was working distantly (and effectively) 2 presidents ago. Well done. Well... done 👏 👏 👏

[@11691111]

I love this concept. In pracical use, one can effectively lead a team without trying to "hurd" a group to do the work. Instead, a manager can set the expectation that we will all get to our end goal together. This, in effect, helps all involved to love their work and feel like they are all a part of something.

[@HamzaK]

Well said.

[@mohammedgt8102]

The thing that hit me the most is "coaches don't play ball". Damn it!! You are right!!

[@jpdrake]

Best perspective that I have heard concerning the new landscape

[@HamzaK]

Glad to hear, JP!

[@TyzFix]

If I were the boss, I really do not care if a high performed employee needs flexible work hours. But very odd, I never see a high performed employee in my career constantly misses his/her work hours. A highly performed one is the one not only finishes his/her work but can go beyond and help others. Many time, a job needs you standby and very quick response time. Physical presenting is necessary.

[@dwaynenunn1715]

Feels good to be 20years and in a position where I can exercise these practices! Thank you

[@HamzaK]

You're welcome, Dwayne!

[@AdventurefitnesslimitedCoUkENG]

A coach also sets standards and maintains discipline. Sports professionals turning up late for their team training could easily disrupt team cohesion over time. We can all be late at times, sometimes is it not just about excepting responsibility and taking it on the chin...

[@simongoldwhite5813]

Hey is this something you do or try to do in your life ?

[@AbdallahBotan]

I need to watch this Talk again and again.

[@HamzaK]

Please do! And share it with anyone else who might benefit from this message.

[@dummy_god67]

+Hamza Khan ...i already did. I love the way u speak. I'm having the same kinda issues with my leaders or should I call em managers. They just manage n do not lead which I feel I can given the right platform.

[@juanchosantiago4553]

You cannot change people when they are grown ups, change the environment they are working on and they will adapt...thats good leadership. I manage projects but I lead the people to deliver the project where our clients expected their physical precense from time to time. It depends on the nature of the business. I ask you now, would you like for your doctor to operate on you remotely or your country leladers running the country remotely?

[@beingboomlovinglife]

Great talk! One of best practices is leading by example

[@Pqr12960]

Oh! U truly are an inspiration for an young leader like me. Would love to follow and listen to all your Ted talks ♥️

[@HamzaK]

Glad to hear, Karuna! I have another TEDx talk on KZbin about burnout. Check it out.

[@peaceall43650]

to lead is to manage, and to manage also requires leading. there’s no us vs them.. there is just “is”.

[@DepthWave]

Managers push from the back, leaders pull from the front. When you push a chain, it goes where it goes, when you pull a chain, it follows you. A chain of command is called that for a reason. It wants to be lead, not pushed.

[@peaceall43650]

Citizen Smith often times in leading, a little encouraging push helps

[@DepthWave]

@@peaceall43650 if there is solid transformational leadership, where the employees truly believe in the organization, then they are self motivated. That means that if they fail to do something, they don't believe it is relevant to the goal. That means it's not a motivation problem, it's a communication problem. In other words, no one adequately communicated the importance of the task, so they don't think it is important to the organization. Alternatively, the task really isn't important to the organization, and therefore procedures need to be adjusted.

[@peaceall43650]

agree when it is assuming the followers are motivated and the work culture is conducive. sometimes, the work culture needs adjustment and a change is required. in this context, i don't think you can just only apply transformational leadership to get the desired outcomes.. i feel that applying transformational leadership or transactional leadership or both will depend on the context.

[@etiennebongo5897]

Good communication brings good productivity.

[@susanfeldman138]

As a Nurse, showing up late means that my patients suffer. PERIOD.

[@mmonomolebedi3108]

But he is talking abt those jobs e.g. graphic design which don't require one's physical presence like healthcare service does. As a healthcare provider I definitely share your sentiment but there's no harm reviewing old practices so long as productivity n effective performance are maintained.

[@ousmanediallo8438]

It is better to lead than to manager. Leaders are greater than managers.whenever, I am working in group, I love to lead them to motivate and encourage them.

[@nico.moba6300]

Hey man, I just wanted to say that ur speach is very inspiering to me. Since i am trying to set up a team for an app this means a lot. When I started my first company i was focused on only managing the people and was terrible at leading and carring about the individuals that were collaborationg with me. This speach means a lot because i remember giving employees anxiety of the tasks i would give. I am a layed back person in general but very critical when it comes to getting things done and moving in a positive direction. thanks a lot.

[@mattrobertson4693]

One of the most relevant videos I've seen in a while...I quit my job for this reason. Thank you for re-inspiring me to be my best to help others be their best. This is the way of the future!

[@HamzaK]

Glad to hear, Matt! The world is better when you're at your best. Wishing you nothing but success and happiness ahead.

[@conniesmith5778]

very good presentation. Manage things and lead people. something we all need to learn.

[@HamzaK]

Thanks, Connie!

[@johannpsaila]

Interesting conpect, one thing i have noticed, is that people do not like to get challenged.

[@ndisney1]

Why is this not on the actual Ted Talks website as well?

[@stephencarlsbad]

Excellent Leadership commentary Hamza!

[@mq6137]

This goes for all employees, regardless of their generation. No one wants to be managed anymore. Most intelligent employees have zero desire to be "managed" and want to share ideas and feel they are valued.

[@shrutiranade2296]

Great presentation Hamza ji , Days are changing we must try best of our abilities with full potential. Thanks for the energetic talk ...Absolutely coorect Manade Things & Lead People.

[@lopezjraul]

Does this work for all companies and all people? I have a small gym business and my employees don’t seem to be very driven to accomplish outcomes. I’m pretty hands off with managing yet things don’t seem to get done. Help me out here brotha Hamza.

[@pheateric]

When hiring make sure you look for people who has same vision, mission and passion on the job. People learn on OJT on the job training but the motivation and sense of accomplishment must be with them before they were hired.

[@abubakarkollere1702]

peteric andres what if you end up in an organization that hands you people without looking at their actual skills practiced but just the paper version of skills as printed. You can’t use lemons to make apple juice. How do you manage/lead such people with the style talked about by Mr. Khan... your not likely to achieve much.

[@ariesphenix1]

Intriguing. Love the presentation ❤