New leaders are often encouraged to dive in and lead change quickly. Conventional wisdom suggests that it is important to do this in the first 90 days. However, new research reported in Harvard Business Review, suggests that “slow and steady” may be best. Leadership is more like a Marathon, than a Sprint. Why is this? Because it takes time to build the trust and … [Read more...] about Build Your Long-Term Leadership Success
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Why Managers Fail
There is a long list of reasons why people fail in management roles. However, an article in Harvard Business Review identifies four frequent types of failures, based on a recent research study. Be on the lookout for these for yourself and share with others. *Lack of Self-Awareness. In the world of leadership development, self-awareness is gold, and many people don’t … [Read more...] about Why Managers Fail
Asking Better Questions
Most people are not systematic about the questions they ask . . . . . . they just ask the first thing that pops into their heads. If you and your team want to make better decisions, then use a methodical process for problem-solving. Following are some ideas on a systematic approach you can consider, based on a recent article from Harvard Business Review. Note: It’s … [Read more...] about Asking Better Questions
Let Your Inner Child Play
Play Ball! Those are two very fun words that confirm it is summertime. Pools are open, Little League is in full swing, and it is time that you remember you have an inner child. Let him/her come out to play! Yes - even at "work." When I think of being “childlike,” I think of words such as . . . Wonder Enthusiasm Kindness … [Read more...] about Let Your Inner Child Play
How Your Team Can Build Trust
Trust is a key element in both leadership effectiveness and high performing teamwork. Here is how your team can build trust and continue to improve your performance, based on a recent article in Harvard Business Review: 1. Don’t Leave Collaboration to Chance. Once you have a project identified, take time to consider what needs to be done and the talents required by the … [Read more...] about How Your Team Can Build Trust