196: How to get your team members to Lock In

September is here, and with it comes what Gen Z has dubbed “The Great Lock-In”, a post-summer push to refocus, reenergize, and finish the year strong. But this moment isn’t just a trend, it’s a powerful opportunity for leaders. In this episode of The New Manager Playbook podcast, I share how to use this time to reconnect your team to purpose and progress, without pushing them to burnout. You’ll learn:Why 79% of employees feel disengaged, and what you can do about itWhy problems like low motivation and confusion don’t solve themselvesHow to set a goal your team can rally around, no matter what the business isA story from my time at Microsoft that shows what real team buy-in looks likeHow to get everyone, from top performers to behind-the-scenes rockstars, locked in and ready to deliver Plus, grab my free Snippets Template to keep your team on track each week: liagarvin.com/snippets