I am often asked what I consider to be the most important leadership competency. Leadership is so multi-faceted and dynamic, what is most important varies based on the situation. But of course I am always compelled to provide a response. Without question, I believe the most important leadership competency is the ability to develop meaningful …
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Have you ever sensed that your organization was not executing like it once had? That something is just not right but you can’t put your finger on it? Recently, I collaborated with a client who was trying to understand why his team was not executing at the level it once had. I suggested that we …
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I recently had a client express concern about her inability to get to tasks she knows are really important. Despite her good intentions she finds herself consumed by busy work that causes her to come up short. Sound familiar? It is a challenge many leaders face. Tasks we know are important are often in the …
Do you sometimes find your self being consumed by busy work? Or a runaway schedule that keeps you from spending time on high-impact leadership activities? Activities that you know will move the performance needle, but you just can’t get too? If you have been following my content over the years, I’m sure you’ve picked up …
I think most leaders would agree that finding and retaining talent is one of their biggest challenges. Those special employees that are driven, resourceful, creative, and committed to a common purpose are really hard to come by. Further, building a talented team takes a great deal of time, effort, and patience to develop the right combination of …
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3 of Most Common Strategy Killers and how to Avoid them Is there anything more satisfying than experiencing your team take ownership of a plan and successfully execute it? The essence of leadership pride! Unfortunately, more often than not strategic plans either fail to meet expectations, or worse yet, they fade into oblivion. Many research studies indicate that …
5 Common Leadership Blind Spots and How to Overcome them I am sure you have heard the 70’s Johnny Nash song: “I can see clearly now……I can see all obstacles in my way”. As leaders we are always striving to understand the landscape and clear the way for flawless execution. A broad understanding of situation dynamics is …
The 3 Biggest Barriers to Effective Listening Do you find listening and being attentive more challenging than ever? We have so many distractions and priorities that compete for our attention. It really is difficult to quiet the noise and be present in a conversation and genuinely listen. Listening may be more difficult than ever, but …
5 Common Impediments to Progress One of the most challenging leadership responsibilities is aligning the team and organization in a way that drives progress. Developing ideas, strategies, and concepts is the easier part – execution is where things tend to bog down. It is important to define a thoughtful strategic path forward. But it is even …
