The impact of covid-19 is far reaching. It’s no longer business as usual and senior leaders need to be flexing their ability to Lead with Vision. Leading with Vision requires looking out 2-3 years and anticipating changing market conditions and…
One of the most common mistakes leaders make is the inability to communicate clearly and directly what they want and need from team members. I get it, we all want to play nice in the sandbox, but effective leadership requires…
Think of a recent conflict that remains unresolved or ended poorly. Is it possible you might be making false assumptions or fabricating stories that are not true? When conflict is present, do not jump to conclusions. Negative assumptions will create…
Stakeholders avoid complainers like covid-19. What they value is understanding a problem and its impact. Some might want details but more importantly they are looking for solutions. When confronted with a problem, brainstorm 2-3 possible solutions. Be prepared to present…
Anger is a reaction to something deeper happening below the surface. When you experience anger in yourself or others, take a moment to diagnose which of the following are contributing factors, pain, fear, or frustration. More than one contributing factor…
The secret to keeping stakeholders satisfied is to under promise and over deliver on commitments. Nothing frustrates stakeholders more than being caught off guard when a deadline is missed. When managing commitments, allow extra time for what could interfere with…
