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  Turn Resistance Into Growth

  Posted by Jef Menguin on November 30, 2024 at 8:21 am

  I’ve coached emerging leaders who resisted feedback—not because they didn’t care, but because they feared looking weak.

  One client, a sharp but defensive supervisor, dismissed suggestions as “unnecessary.” It wasn’t lack of skill; it was fear of change.

  Here’s what worked:

  ✅ Start with their wins. I told him, “You’ve got great instincts for strategy—let’s sharpen the execution.” That opened the door.
  ✅ Make it their idea. I asked, “How would you approach this differently?” He owned the solution.
  ✅ Celebrate progress. Every small improvement was recognized, which built his confidence.

  Personalized coaching breaks resistance. It’s about patience and belief in their growth.

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