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When They Win, You Win

Being a Great Manager Is Simpler Than You Think

Russ Laraway

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Providing Direction+
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Question 1 of 7
According to the book, what are the 'Big 3' elements of effective management?
  • A. Empathy, execution, and efficiency
  • B. Direction, coaching, and career support
  • C. Hiring, delegating, and performance reviewing
  • D. Vision, metrics, and compensation
Question 2 of 7
How does the author recommend formulating a team's 'purpose' statement?
  • A. By describing the ideal future state the team will reach in two to five years.
  • B. By writing qualitative objectives and quantitative key results for the quarter.
  • C. By answering 'Why does our team exist?' with a short phrase starting with an infinitive verb.
  • D. By analyzing the company's profitability targets and breaking them down by department.
Question 3 of 7
When providing coaching and feedback, what is the ideal praise-to-criticism ratio suggested in the text?
  • A. One positive comment for every negative one to maintain balance.
  • B. Three positive comments for every two negative ones to soften the blow.
  • C. Five positive comments for each negative one.
  • D. Ten positive comments for every negative one to ensure psychological safety.
Question 4 of 7
What is the correct sequence of the three structured career conversations a manager should have with an employee?
  • A. Life Story, Career Vision, and Career Action Plan
  • B. Past Performance, Current Objectives, and Future Promotions
  • C. Strengths Analysis, Weaknesses Assessment, and Training Schedule
  • D. Personal Interests, Company Goals, and Alignment Strategy
Question 5 of 7
What is the primary goal of the 'Life Story' conversation?
  • A. To identify the employee's weaknesses based on past workplace failures.
  • B. To extract 5-10 core values by understanding their major life choices and pivots.
  • C. To determine if they are a cultural fit for the organization's long-term vision.
  • D. To evaluate their technical skills and previous job experiences.
Question 6 of 7
In the context of setting direction, how does the book differentiate Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)?
  • A. Objectives are quantitative metrics, while Key Results are qualitative team goals.
  • B. Objectives are qualitative expressions of ambitious goals, while Key Results are quantitative measures of success.
  • C. Objectives are set annually, while Key Results are evaluated on a weekly basis.
  • D. Objectives apply to the entire company, while Key Results apply strictly to individual employees.
Question 7 of 7
The book uses the acronym CARES to describe what the best managers do. What does the 'C' stand for?
  • A. Communicate goals clearly
  • B. Care about employee well-being
  • C. Create a culture of candor
  • D. Coach for continuous improvement

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When They Win, You Win Summary & Overview

When They Win, You Win (2022) is your guide to being a great manager. This playbook reveals the simple leadership principles that unlock your employees’ full potential, create happy, engaged teams, and drive better business results.

Who Should Listen to When They Win, You Win?

  • Managers and leaders looking to improve employee satisfaction
  • Founders and entrepreneurs seeking to build effective teams and retain top talent
  • Business school students studying organizational behavior and human resources

About the Author: Russ Laraway

Russ Laraway is the chief people officer at Goodwater Capital. He’s previously held leadership roles at Qualtrics, Google, and Twitter, and cofounded financial tool company Candor, Inc. Drawing on his experience as a former US Marine Corps commander and Wharton MBA, he brings a unique perspective on linking employee experience with business results.

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