Leadership

Today’s article relates to one I wrote on February 3 of this year as I was moving into the work of the Rockefeller Four Decisions. That article began with these questions: How can I develop a team that will not need to talk to me and still move forward? Why do we have a great…

Leadership is often spoken of in terms of the top Leader of an organization or the head of a big business division. A huge part of sustained success and a legacy is to make leadership training an everyday part of your business.

“Great bosses embrace a larger purpose–and help their employees embrace a larger purpose–because they know business isn’t just business. Business is personal. We all seek to find meaning in our personal and professional lives.” Author Unknown When you are a senior leader you are likely the one to encourage an environment that uses conscious leadership,…

In years past, it was often thought that working with the ability to partner as a strategic necessity was a ”soft skill”, something that could be pursued if time allowed. Now it is clear that increasing communication and connection is a necessary skill for leadership and for accomplishment.  This can change perceptions and can bring…

As I have mentioned in previous articles, the basic skill for dynamic leadership is Communication, coupled with the ability to connect and to create partnerships with direct reports, peers and top leaders within your organization.  Without this basic skill the best strategic plan falls short, and frustration can create greater distance. I’ve been writing and…

In order to lead effectively, communication and connection are essential leadership behaviors that must be developed from the onset.  Collaborative leadership skills are demanding more focus, as global business becomes more prevalent.  One of the first behaviors that managers, and those in senior leadership positions, must develop is the ability to network and to share…

For several months now the Harvard Business Review Group, of which I am a member, has been discussing the question, “What are the key differentiators that separate a leader from a manager.” I have been impressed by the longevity of the discussion and by many of the answers. Since my work has focused on leadership…

To effectively lead and be strategic from any role in your organization, you have to develop network relationships and partnerships. I was talking with a Vice President this week who is the leader of a global team in a large organization that has many teams involved with different functions of the business. In addition, her…

In my last article I talked about organizational change and the crucial stages of transition that create a more positive environment and greater buy-in. I received many comments about the essential ingredients for successful change, and it was enlightening and stimulating to see the thoughts that many are having about this. Our dialogue inspired me…

The other day a client remarked to me as we were discussing strategic planning for 2014, “our biggest challenge isn’t strategy but in the execution, and that is where we should concentrate our efforts.” Often we become so caught up in the strategy that we fail to understand the importance of executing, which is only…