Key Ideas
To Lead Effectively…Strive for Consistency and Predictability
To Lead Effectively…Strive for Consistency and Predictability You’ve likely heard that success in today’s business world requires being unpredictable—challenging the status quo, thinking outside the box, and pushing boundaries. While that may work when developing a product or staying ahead of competitors, unpredictability is not a leadership strength. In fact, it can be unsettling for your team. What your team
Can Excessive Assertiveness be Harmful?
Can Excessive Assertiveness be Harmful? Let’s begin our discussion with the assumption that assertiveness is directly tied to the introversion-extroversion scale. In other words, individuals higher on the extroversion scale tend to be more assertive, while those higher on the introversion scale are less likely to be assertive. In her book Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That
Taking on a New Team
Taking on a New Team Transitioning into a leadership role, especially when inheriting an existing team, is a complex challenge that requires careful planning and execution. The question often arises: “Where do I start?” Michael Watkins, in his book The First 90 Days, outlines a four-step process to help leaders navigate this transition effectively: 1. Assessment – What Is Begin
Continuous Improvement: It Starts with Reflection
Continuous Improvement: It Starts with Reflection It’s often said that the seven most dangerous words in business are, “That’s the way I’ve always done it.” This phrase typically points to established habits or behaviors that once brought value or success. But what happens when those methods no longer serve us? What happens when what got us here is no longer