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Leadership isn't just about steering through change; it's about setting the course for it. Distinguishing between management and leadership is crucial—while the former deals with complexity, the latter navigates change. Yet, many companies are over-managed and under-led. Aspiring leaders, recognize that the higher the level of change, the greater the demand for true leadership. POTENTIAL FAILURE MODES: - Failure to allocate sufficient time and mental resources to understand the external landscape and its impact on your business. Without this insight, you risk missing new opportunities or threats that could be detrimental. - Over-reliance on corporate management mechanisms—such as planning, budgeting, and corporate calendars—while neglecting essential leadership behaviors. Remember, effective leadership extends beyond administrative processes. It requires vision, adaptability, and foresight. I have been talking a lot about failure modes, because they have proven to be a common training topic amongst my clients. Inside of one of my three main service packages (Training, Consulting and Coaching) we will address these potential failure modes and other leadership growth opportunities that will help take your company to new heights. Schedule an exploration session today: https://lnkd.in/geiHtPap #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipcoaching #executivecoaching #leadershipskills #leadershiptraining

Leadership isn’t just about having power; it's about making powerful choices. To rise to the top in the competitive business landscape, it is important to focus your efforts on honing specific leadership skills. Peter F. Drucker offers eight mindset shifts to help you master the essentials of executive leadership: 1. Figure out the need: Great leaders ask great questions. They pinpoint what needs doing to move forward. 2. Business first: Their compass always points towards the business's success, making sure every decision fits the overarching goals. 3. Develop a strategy: Executives make sure to set clear, practical strategies to tackle challenges head-on. 4. Own It: They stand by their decisions, taking full responsibility for their actions and results. 5. Drive clear communication: They make sure to tailor their communication approach to ensure that everyone is on the same page. 6. Spot opportunities: They keep an eye out for opportunities that tie back to the bigger picture. 7. Run effective meetings: Executives focus on promoting innovation, decision-making, and inspiration, all while maintaining focus on the agenda at hand. 8. Collaborative: Finally, they build a “we” culture, where every voice counts and every team member is part of the success. Are you ready to master these skills and become a leader that stands out? Leadership Worth Following is here to help you level up and start your leadership transformation today. #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipworthfollowingforALL #executiveleadership #greatsciencegreatconsulting #executiveskills

Leadership 4.0. It's a dynamic, cross-hierarchical, team-oriented, and innovative approach to leadership. In this article, I go into detail about the real meaning of a 4.0 leader. I talk about my experience across the Americas in having advised clients, contributed to diverse companies, led senior executive searches, and how I have always promoted the application of new leadership methodologies. Success has been tremendous, with tangible results in shaping organizational cultures and fostering innovation. My goal has always been to set companies and individuals on a path to success. However, it's crucial to acknowledge that while Leadership 4.0 offers immense potential, not everyone may be ready for this transformative journey. Implementing this fast-paced, cooperative approach requires a readiness for change, adaptability, and a commitment to innovation. For those prepared to embrace it, the rewards are substantial. As we navigate the landscape of new styles of leadership, let's continue the conversation on how Leadership 4.0 can be a groundbreaker, recognizing that success lies in both readiness and commitment to evolution. Read my article here and subscribe for more to América Economía. #Leadership #Management #DecisionMaking #Innovation

Don’t drift – make conscious decisions about your future direction. When times are good it’s all too easy to let the market momentum carry you along without consciously thinking ahead. Equally when times are hard the need to triage tends to trump thoughtful decision making. Even if you can make the time to step away, reflect, and focus your attention on your strategy and tactics, how do you move that strategy into action whilst still leading the business on a daily basis? We have unique assets aimed at helping leaders get better, particularly in helping them to inspire the kind of “followship” that achieves outstanding success. Our Leadership Framework has been used by many organisations all over the world by leaders who want to be the very best they can. It’s simple structure and focus on the fundamentals make it the perfect context for improving leadership at all levels of your organisation. Often our work in this area also includes Board Effectiveness, focusing on helping your leadership team work together optimally, whether in terms of the way in which you make decisions, or ensuring there is always time for the right level of debate, challenge, and follow up. Our other unique asset is our close involvement with the movie The Testing Point which we use to help leaders understand how difficult it is for the people we lead to call things out when they think something’s wrong and to help us create an environment where that kind of vital challenge can be made safely. To find out more about our leadership and development services visit our website. https://lnkd.in/eeCjdTJc #atlanticcedar #leadership #commercialeffectiveness #consulting #strategy

Reflecting on my recent leadership session with senior executives, one truth became clear... leading in today's fast-paced, disruptive environment requires a deep understanding of oneself. It required to get back to your roots and understand what shaped you as a leader. It's about adopting a scientist's approach, observing, hypothesising, and analysing actions. Be in the moment, feel and understand rather than judge why you do what you do. Self-awareness is the first step to mastery, and a Kaizen approach—setting small, realistic goals—helps change behavioural patterns. While easier said than done, spending time on 'Being' rather than solely focusing on 'Doing'— comfort zone—increases awareness of your environment and the impact that you make. In a world where business performance is tightly linked to leadership effectiveness, investing in nurturing authentic leaders is non-negotiable. Prioritising self-awareness and adapting to change are essential for sustained outcomes. #leadership #selfawareness #businesssuccess  

A growth plan is waaaay more than a path to promotion.  🤓 🤓 🤓 Organizations spend a lot of time creating paths to promotion. Often in response to feedback surveys indicating that employees want more growth and development opportunities. Except, a promotion and growth and development are not necessarily the same thing. In fact, I’d go so far as to say that when promotions to leadership happen without any significant investment in the individual it is doing them a disservice (along with the people they are leading). 😣 Each time a leader is promoted, there should be specific investment in their growth and development as a leader. Because with each new level of leadership comes greater responsibility and often bigger more complex challenges. Enabling and empowering leaders to face these challenges and take on these new levels of responsibility leads to more rapid growth and a greater impact. 🤔 How are you investing in your leaders? 🤔 When was a time that you felt fully support and invested in when you took on a new leadership role? P.S. This is what I do!!!! I support leaders to grow and develop their capacity to lead through ever-increasing complexity and challenges. I love it. And I’d love to help you and your organization as well. Don’t be shy. Let’s talk about how I can help.  #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #coaching #executivecoaching

Breaking down the myths to unveil the essence of true leadership! Today, we're tackling not one, but two common myths that often mislead aspiring leaders. Understanding these myths is crucial for anyone looking to truly excel in their leadership journey. 👉 Myth: Stick to one leadership style. Truth: The real power of leadership lies in adaptability. Successful leaders are those who can pivot their approach based on the situation at hand and the unique needs of their team. It’s about being versatile, flexible, and ready to switch gears when necessary. 👉 Myth: Leadership is a solo journey. Reality: The strongest leaders know that true success is a team sport. They excel in building cohesive teams and nurturing a spirit of collaboration. It's about uniting everyone towards common goals, sharing the vision, and achieving greatness together. These insights are just the beginning, numbers 49 and 50 out of 100 leadership truths we're excited to share. Stay tuned for more myth-busting that'll reshape your understanding of leadership. Ready to elevate your leadership game and earn a certificate recognized by the National Standards Institute? Slide into our DMs to find out how. Dive deeper into leadership wisdom by visiting our website, theeliteleaders.com , and connect with us on LinkedIn at https://lnkd.in/g_c9mvP3. Let’s debunk these myths and embrace the multifaceted nature of leadership together. #RBLP #DuctusExemplo #TheEliteLeaders #AdaptableLeadership #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork

Dear Leaders and leadership development professionals... Please, do not treat leadership as an add-on accessory whereby you make it conform to the already developed systems or existing cultures of certain environments. Do not also describe leadership (or lead others to describe it) based on the personality traits or behaviour of selected leaders. I say this because doing any of the above can be misleading and will not give you a clear and full insight into leadership. This can lead to vagueness and misunderstanding which then produces ineffective practices and unfavourable outcomes. Please hear me, leadership does not lean towards environments or personalities to get its identity. It cannot be made to conform to certain environments or personalities, then be described through their different lens(es). Leadership has its own identity, purpose, and attitributes that make it what it is. It does not lean towards any environment or personality to get its identity. So, make the effort to know and understand leadership well so you can practice it as intended for favourable outcomes. As a leadership strategist, I teach leaders about leadership so they can have well grounded knowledge to excel and have sustained success. Tap this link to find out more: https://lnkd.in/e33ffEEM #BelsLeadershipRhythms #Leadership #LeadershipDevelopment #LearningandDevelopment #Success

Management and leadership, while often used interchangeably, entail distinct functions within an organization. Management focuses on maintaining order and consistency through planning, budgeting, and organizing resources. It involves implementing policies and procedures to achieve specific goals. Leadership, on the other hand, is about inspiring and motivating people towards a vision. Leaders foster innovation, challenge the status quo, and cultivate an environment where individuals are encouraged to grow and excel. Both roles are essential; effective organizations need strong management to ensure stability and effective leadership to drive progress and change. #ManagementVsLeadership #Leadership #Management #Inspiration #OrganizationalSuccess #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #TeamBuilding #VisionaryLeadership #EffectiveManagement

We all know 'good' leadership is crucial to building and maintaining a healthy organisation. But leadership development can cover such a wide range of elements, it can be bewildering to know what to focus on. This week, McKinsey & Company have drawn attention to an article on research they conducted nearly ten years ago. It's about the types of leadership behaviours that have the most impact on organisational success - and to us, it couldn't be more relevant for today's leaders. Authors, Claudio Feser, Fernanda Mayol and Ramesh S. identify four behavioural traits that were most commonly displayed by leaders of the highest-performing companies researched: 🌐 Seeking different perspectives inc. encouraging employees to contribute ideas that could improve performance; grasping changes in the environment; monitoring trends affecting the organisation 🙏 Supporting others inc. sensing how other people feel; showing authenticity; building trust. 🔬 Solving problems effectively inc. gathering information; analysing and considering information 📊 Operating with a strong results orientation inc. emphasising the importance of efficiency; prioritising the highest value work For the full story of their findings, read 'Decoding Leadership: What really matters'. #leadership #leadershipskills #culture #leadershiptraining https://lnkd.in/eaQFBvTU