Different personalities, experiences, and histories can leave a leader feeling baffled as to how to effectively communicate, provide meaningful feedback, and inspire positive change in their followers. Neuroscience gives some great tips on feedback approaches that are effective and translate well to any individual’s brain.
The events of 2020 have caused lots of uncertainty and questions as people try to discern the best course of action. As we try to figure it out and attempt to put it into the framework we are used to we feel frustrated and overwhelmed. The article below (I wrote for Forbes’s) is a way to help rise above and reduce the struggle. Find the infinite goal and play the infinite game.
It is challenging AND as leaders, we have to be aware of these dynamics going on. To ask people how they are, give them a chance to acknowledge and name it and support them to find new solutions. We have to find new solutions. When we try to keep doing things the way we always have but have new limitations, it is natural to feel discouraged. Encouragement is seeing what is possible. As leaders, we have the opportunity to help people find new possibilities personally and professionally with proactive planning. Be a light. It really matters.
Understanding the conditions that cultivate insight thinking could have many applications to Executive Coaching. While some of the “activities” that are recommended to set the stage for more natural insights might not seem “new”, they provide a reason why doing an activity is useful and also help leaders and coaches to better design strategic conditions for insight.
As the New Year approaches, it’s the perfect time to brainstorm your biggest goals. You may be wanting to start up running again or reach that next level in your career. While these are great goals, they may not happen without creating a solid foundation and highlighting strategies that’ll get you there. This is where the OKR framework comes into play.
We are currently in what is known as Industry 4.0 and Web 4.0. These terms speak to the current evolution we are in regarding the Industrial Era and the Web. Our leadership is greatly affected by what is happening around us. If you think back to when factories and manufacturers were growing, the demand for “managers” and “management training” grew. Now, we are in a very different season. Listen in to get some context on what has brought us to today and how that starts to affect the WAY WE LEAD.
Understanding our emotions and how to respond to them, is a growing skill in leadership. Emotional management allows humans to lead better as they understand and support their followers.
Accountability is often a challenging topic. For many, it can be an uncomfortable part of leadership and management, as many perceive it as conflict. They see it as a conflict because most often if accountability needs to be practiced, it means holding someone responsible for agreements and obligations. When holding
THE INNOVATIVE LEADER PODCAST WITH DAVID PHILLIPS AND CHRISTY GEIGER (WWW.INNOVATIVELEADER.CO) How do you leverage the next 90? In the Innovative Leader Podcast today, we are focusing on three keys to get and stay in action. Have Challenging Goals: The Good to Great concept of the BHAG what goal will challenge
The Right ATTITUDE: The present is perfect. Everything is possible. Nothing is impossible. Find the good in everything. Preserver; it builds character. The Right PLANNING: Plan ahead with clear goals. Have a master plan. Plan today; save tomorrow. Fill your jar with rocks & then sand. Focus your energy on
