I have heard many times from owners that they need to be the best barista in the shop. The idea is that if they are not, then the staff will not respect them and it would compromise their leadership. As you might guess, this is a bit misguided. In this shift break we get into the details of how to think about your skill level in the work you oversee vs the work that your role as a leader requires you to do and why knowing the difference will save you from putting all your effort into areas that do not produce the kind of return you want to see.  We discuss Why we thing we need to be the "best" What our staff really needs The reasons for knowing your role Coaching and supporting the team Related Episodes: Should You be Behind the Bar Right Now? 248 : The 5 Elements of Resourcing your Team 121 : Working from Your Strengths w/ Strengths Finder Guru, Lisa Cummings 235 : 4 Tips for Training your Staff 194 : Encore Episode! Leadership in the Cafe: 10 Steps to being a People First Leader | Aired January 17 2017 Reach out for one-on-one consulting and coaching! chris@keystotheshop.com    Visit these amazing sponsors! The best espresso machines in the world! www.lamarzoccousa.com   Custom branded mobile apps for your shop! www.espressly.co