Almost half of all managers spend less than 25% of their time leading.
We asked ourselves, why is that?
Through studies and interviews, we identified the answer in the form of some common challenges. These challenges are often a large part of the answer to why managers often spend too little time on leadership.
Four common challenges faced by managers!
Too much of a boss and not enough of a leader
As a manager, we mainly have two roles, the managerial role and the leadership role.
The management role is about structure and efficiency. Here, there are directives from the board and you have access to tools, methods and resources that help you plan, organize and execute the work. This is the clear and visible part of your responsibility.
Leadership is the invisible force that drives real change through relationships, employee development, and a strong culture. However, the lack of directives and clear tools means that the leadership role is often downgraded and given too little time.
Problem-solving instead of coaching
Being a manager today can feel like juggling an endless number of balls in the air. Feeling the need for quick solutions is not uncommon, which means we often end up in the role of problem solver.
It is also common for us to take a reactive role when results are lacking instead of coaching and providing feedback on employee performance. We forget that a result is precisely the result of a number of performances and put out fires instead of creating long-term change.
It's easy to get caught up in detail when we really want to be the one inspiring and leading our teams forward.
Focus on hard skills instead of soft skills
When we think about team strengths and areas for development, it's easy to focus on the obvious dimension, the team's professional knowledge and skills. That's obviously an important part of success, but successful teams need more than just expertise.
Research shows that the most successful and prosperous teams have some common denominators - a strong foundation of trust, commitment, and accountability.
Despite this, managers often place too little focus on what creates trust, commitment and responsibility.
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One-time interventions instead of long-term development
Sometimes it is necessary to make specific efforts to develop the team or leadership. It is also important to realize that learning and development happen all the time, often unconsciously and without direction or goal.
One challenge is that many managers too rarely or not at all conduct 1:1 meetings to follow up and provide feedback on employees' performance and abilities.
The lack of regular follow-up often leads to team development being slower than necessary and can even result in development going in the wrong direction.
WeTree helps you overcome the challenges!
Leadership is a craft
In the leadership role, there is no shortcut, no tool can replace the human being who leads. It is in the human connection that the magic happens, where you can create meaning and direction for both individuals and teams.
Imagine if you could have access to tools in your leadership as well.
It's not about replacing the human encounter, but about enhancing it, creating a foundation where you can operate with greater precision and impact.
WeTree offers you the concrete tools to help you develop your craft as a leader. Here you get support to create self-leading teams, where everyone takes responsibility for their development and contribution. With WeTree you can focus on what really makes a difference, building a culture of trust, clear goals and strong relationships.
Lead and develop with a framework
Leading in today’s fast-paced world requires a clear framework - one that supports you in your role and strengthens your leadership.
With WeTree, you get exactly that: a platform designed not only to help you navigate your leadership journey but also to inspire lasting change.
Imagine a tool that empowers you to:
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Build a foundation of trust, commitment, and accountability.
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Establish habits that accelerate both individual and team growth.
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Free up time and energy to strategically drive your organization forward.
Insights are a prerequisite for growth and development
Understanding your team’s strengths and development areas—as well as your own leadership—is essential for growth.
With the help of pulse measurements, you gain valuable insights into the key factors that drive trust, commitment, and accountability. This clarity helps you determine what to focus on to foster meaningful development.
WeTree provides a bank of concrete activities designed to support both team and personal growth. Based on the pulse measurement results, tailored and actionable activities are suggested, guiding you on how to strengthen your leadership and team dynamics. Additionally, leadership tips help you better align your approach with the diverse needs of your employees.
Follow up with a focus on growth and development.
Individual conversations and performance follow-ups are powerful tools for driving development. Unfortunately, they are often neglected, often due to a lack of clear structure in the discussions.
With WeTree, you gain access to a conversation model that ensures a structured dialogue, covering all key aspects. This model also guarantees that each conversation concludes with a summary of key takeaways, which are then translated into concrete actions or tasks for the employee to work on for continued growth.
Notes taken during the conversation are saved, providing valuable support for future follow-ups and ensuring continuity in the development process.
Develop employees with a coaching approach
The coaching approach focuses on developing people holistically by unlocking their inner potential and maximizing performance—not through teaching or directing, but by enhancing their decision-making power and ability to leverage their own resources.
WeTree provides leadership tips tailored to different employee styles, along with examples of effective coaching questions. All of this is designed to strengthen trust, commitment, and responsibility within your team.
Leadership starts with the Leader!
No tool can replace a leader. Leadership is a craft—one that requires a person to lead other people. But the right tool can support you by clarifying WHAT to focus on and HOW to put leadership into practice.
You’ve probably heard the saying, “Many want change, but few want to change.”
By using WeTree, you build a culture where trust, commitment, and responsibility grow naturally—without you even having to think about it. A culture that, in many cases, also leads to improved sales and profitability.
We confidently promise that if you actively use WeTree’s features and implement the recommended activities, you’ll see clear improvements in trust, commitment, and responsibility within just one quarter.
Are you ready to take your leadership to the next level?
