"The days of making the leader better to make the team better, which then improves the company, are over. Change will no longer come from just the top." Kyle Buckett and Chris Mefford
Not really a 'post-leadership' claim, but a recognition that we all need to pull our weight, and for leaders in particular, emotional investment is important.
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I am very much on board with this. In addition to emotional intelligence and reasonably stable motivators, many other aspects of our complex lives, including neurodivergence, history of trauma and stressors we are currenlty dealing with all impact on our communication and behaviour.
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A client of mine changed a column in their Strategic Plan from 'measures' to 'indicators'. This can make a world of difference when it comes to reporting progress against the plan.
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https://simonterry.tumblr.com/post/79300132104/killing-the-golden-goose-from-waste-to-potential
My friend Simon talks here about a significant risk embedded in the mindset of many managers. Beware of your assumptions — challenge them, kill them off when they restrict the creativity in your leadership.
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This post blew me away when I first read it. I share her insights regularly in leadership training sessions. They are very relevant to the 'difficult conversations' session I run. I collect quotes while I'm reading to put in the quote block above - and this is the first time I've included two quotes.
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Ben Horowitz has written about why and how he does one-on-one meetings (often called 'one-on-ones') with people who report directly to him. I have described these meetings as "the core line management practice". Don't believe me and Ben, try them for yourself.
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Katie has a down-to-earth way of selling the benefits of active listening and presenting the core elements of active listening. Happy watching.
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https://simonterry.tumblr.com/post/95766422008/no-fine-print-in-leadership
My friend Simon Terry posted a great post on authenticity in leadership. It is short and sweet, but don't let that fool you. It packs a punch.
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https://theconversation.com/leadership-what-it-is-and-isnt-27019
Wilson and Fien distinguish between different types of problems which require different sorts of responses. And do so within the context of contemporary Australian politics. A fine read.
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Not new, but still awesome - Seth Godin on tribes and movements.
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On top of the quote above about starlings, there are four more useful rules for creating and maintaining effective teams. You'll have to listen to Ken to hear them.
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This is really short, and very entertaining. You can just watch this video for some laughs and an important message. Or you can watch it alongside the Seth Godin video I just Scooped too ('The Tribes We Lead'). And create a movement yourself!
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I have been using the Strategic - Tactical - Operational Pyramid for years now (taught to me by Bruce Reidy), and I am looking for a deeper understanding of how these elements work together. I do not agree with all that Venkatesh writes, but he certainly gives a different and well-considered perspective.
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This is an oldie but a goodie. Victor really nails three important aspects of day-to-day leadership and line management. I like the link he sees between conflict avoidance and not holding people accountable.
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https://hbr.org/2004/11/bringing-customers-into-the-boardroom
A different spin on the Board's responsibility for marketing, and the role that customers play in shaping marketing strategy.
https://seths.blog/2018/04/how-to-give-a-five-minute-presentation-/
I am using DiSC a lot at the moment, and thought I would share my favourite page.
Darius has nailed some big issues with the 'cult of happiness'. And hit the nail on the head for employability and engagement.
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