Author Archive | CL Agents

Covert Answers: Left Out, and Left Wondering, at Work

Covert Leadership Agents respond to readers’ questions in the Covert Answers feature. Submit your question here. What should I assume when a workgroup is assembled which excludes you when your assignment is the topic of the workgroup? -JB Agent S1 says: Hi JB – First take a deep breath: This is a tough situation and there are […]

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Covert Answers: Unresponsive Managers

Covert Leadership Agents respond to readers’ questions in the Covert Answers feature. Submit your question here. Hi Agents – I find myself in an awkward position at work. The company director (my direct supervisor) asked me to give him a report with compiled data from five technical managers, all of whom report to the deputy director (my […]

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Covert Answers: Feeling Overwhelmed in a New Position?

Covert Leadership Agents respond to readers’ questions in the  Covert Answers feature. Submit your question here. Dear Agents: I just (about a week ago) got promoted to a new position and I’m feeling completely overwhelmed with the amount of work. Should I tell anyone I need help? How can I do that without totally losing credibility? […]

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