Have you come across someone who is struggling after having been promoted from technical expert to leader? It’s often the case that the logical next step for the outstanding technical expert is into leadership. But they are typically thrown in the deep end with little or no leadership development support. Maybe now that same leader … Read more
In last week’s post, I reported the results of a LinkedIn poll about people investing in developing their leadership ability this year. Over half the respondents said they are seeking to challenge themselves to move outside their comfort zone and do great work. If you set yourself a stretch objective at the start of the … Read more
In a recent LinkedIn poll I asked people what will motivate them to invest in developing their leadership ability this year? Interestingly over half (52%) of respondents said, ‘Challenge myself.’ Take a look at the poll options and results and see what your response would be. Poll Question: What will motivate you to develop your … Read more
Brilliant problem solvers often go straight to the problem. The project is off the rails, so let’s get the team member responsible to explain what went wrong. But it would help to do some listening and take an interest in the team member before launching into problem-solving mode. Steven Covey said, “Seek first to understand, … Read more
The first quarter of 2023 flew by. No doubt you are already hurtling into the new quarter. But before you put the pedal to the metal, it’s a good idea to STOP for a moment and acknowledge what you and your team have accomplished so far this year. I hear you saying, ‘we’re too busy.’ … Read more