A Dual Path to Effective Leadership The adage “inspect what you expect” is great advice for business leaders. This principle, when executed well, ensures that teams are aligned with the strategic objectives and operational standards set by their leaders and managers. However, there is a critical nuance to this principle
Navigating Forward and Reflecting Back We often underestimate the potency of two simple words: “what if.” These unassuming words hold immense power—they can propel us into the future or anchor us in the past. Their impact varies significantly depending on whether we use them to look forward or backward. Let’s
Creating Order for Lasting Success In my roles as a management consultant and executive coach, I engage with individuals at all levels of the organizational hierarchy. Recently, people from six different companies used a specific word to describe certain aspects of their workplace: CHAOS. Some even viewed their ability to
In today’s fast-paced professional world, soliciting feedback from colleagues, supervisors, and even subordinates isn’t just a routine; it’s a catalyst for growth and progress. Regardless of your position – whether you’re a seasoned executive or a new team member – actively seeking feedback and, crucially, following up on it can
When leaders blame other people or circumstances for problems, or fail to acknowledge how they may have contributed to undesirable outcomes, or try to “fix” people instead of fixing the systems within which their people work, they end up producing team members who are more concerned with passing the buck
Unlock Success with Executive Coaching Executive coaching has emerged as a powerful tool for professional development, offering leaders a tailored approach to enhance their skills and achieve peak performance. As organizations recognize the value of investing in their leadership teams, the concept has gained popularity. In this article, we
Why is employee engagement important? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, a record 47.4 million Americans voluntarily quit their jobs in 2021. This mass exodus from the workforce was no doubt spurred on by COVID-19. However, this trend began before the pandemic, and challenges with finding and retaining talent
This book of the month, QBQ! The Question Behind the Question, is one of Patrick Britton’s favorites, and his go-to book on personal accountability. No organization, or individual, can achieve goals, compete in the marketplace, fulfill a vision, or develop people and teams without accountability. QBQ! answers the question –
What makes an effective executive? The measure of the executive is the ability to “get the right things done.” This usually involves doing what other people have overlooked, as well as avoiding what is unproductive. Intelligence, imagination, and knowledge may all be wasted in an executive job without the acquired
When we think of risk it typically conjures up negative connotations. Why is that? “This book helped me to realize that proactive risk management can be a positive experience, versus the negative one most people hold onto when thinking of risks,” says Brad Malone. “Humankind has typically grown through adversity,
