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Unraveling the Real Source of Your Frustration with Your Team 🌀 "I'm frustrated the team isn't taking charge.” “I’m frustrated there’s no plan.” “I’m frustrated nobody’s executing.” Business owners think they’re frustrated with the team. But here’s what’s often overlooked… Frustration = anger inward. It’s a signal that something within needs attention. Once we get under the surface, we discover they’re really disappointed with themselves. If we think about who we are from a being perspective, from our true essence, we have our highest and best. It's our guiding star in leadership. Under stress, we often switch to survival mode. It's a primal instinct designed to keep us safe, but it can cloud our judgment and limit our vision. We can’t see what’s possible when we play in that space. The change starts with us as leaders. By adjusting our leadership lens, we can transform frustration into productivity and foster a stronger, more aligned team. If you’re finding yourself constantly feeling frustrated. Step back and allow yourself space to get clear on your vision. Then, share that vision with your team. They can’t do what you hired them to do without it. 👉 Want to transform your leadership style and team dynamics? Book a call below and let’s talk. #executivecoaching #executivesandmanagement #leadership #management #leadershipdevelopment

Leadership thought of the day: In the realm of leadership, one principle stands out: "Calm breeds calm. Chaos breeds chaos." In times of uncertainty, the energy we project shapes our team's response. When leaders maintain calmness, it instills confidence, encourages clear thinking, and ultimately leads to more effective problem-solving. Conversely, chaos disrupts productivity, multiplies stress, and hinders decision-making. Leadership isn’t about never facing challenges—it's about how we handle them. Maintaining composure under pressure not only guides the team through turbulent times but also models resilience and clarity. Here are a few strategies to promote calm: 1. Prioritize Clarity: Set clear goals and expectations to dispel uncertainty. 2. Stay Present: Focus on what you can control and take it step-by-step. 3. Communicate Effectively: Keep an open line with your team, fostering transparency and trust. By embodying calmness, we create an environment where everyone can thrive, even amid chaos. How do you ensure calm within your team? Share your strategies in the comments! #Leadership #TeamManagement #Resilience #CalmLeadership #LeadingByExample

🤔 This is a quote from 1960 that still describes many command-and-control orgs of today. In "The Human Side of Enterprise”, Douglas McGregor discussed the team-based organizations of his time as being dominated by rigid hierarchy, complicated processes and monolithic priorities defining the day-to-day. However, he also observed empowered teams as well. He described these thriving teams as embodying several common characteristics across industries: 1️⃣ Informal, comfortable, relaxed atmospheres 2️⃣ Active participation in discussions 3️⃣ A clear understanding of tasks or objectives 4️⃣ Constructive disagreements are welcome 5️⃣ Consensus-driven decisions and non-dominating leadership are the norm 6️⃣ Periodic self-assessment of how things are done 7️⃣ A general environment where 'members listen to each other’ The debate continues today, although, given the uncertainty and complexity of the modern market I struggle to see how command-and-control organizations can sustain creative and collaborative teams. I hope you are a part of, or you’re working towards creating a work environment that brings out the best in you and your team! 🌱 #culture #organizationalculture #companyculture #management #leadership

Six lessons from leaders on what they wished they'd known when they started: 1. Approach work with a growth mindset, thinking "the answers are out there, and I'll find them." 2. Visualize the things you want to accomplish. 3. Spend a few minutes each day in quiet reflection. 4. Schedule your most important meetings when you're sharpest. 5. Think about what went right at the end of the day. 6. Feed your brain with good food and enough sleep.

Imagine a workplace where everyone understands exactly why their role matters. They know what they’re doing well, where they can improve, and how their efforts impact both the team and the overall success of the business. Sounds ideal, right? Well, this is what quality feedback can achieve. 💡 When feedback is delivered with care, you create a culture of support and respect. Your team not only feels valued but understands their purpose and how their contributions tie into the bigger picture. This leads to better goal achievement, improved productivity, and stronger relationships. But let’s be real – poorly delivered feedback? It kills motivation. However, when you take the time to give thoughtful feedback – whether it’s praise or correction – amazing things happen: Your team’s confidence grows as they feel part of something meaningful. Your leadership gains more respect, trust deepens, and communication becomes clearer. Best of all? Productivity skyrockets! 🎯 As a leader, it's your responsibility to make sure feedback is constructive, clear, and engaging – setting everyone up for success. Want to learn more about how to create this type of culture within your team? Join me at the Middle Managers Online Muster 2024 for actionable tips on leadership, feedback, and so much more. Let's take your leadership to the next level! 👉 Register now for exclusive access to masterclasses starting 28th October. Your team (and your results) will thank you! register here: https://lnkd.in/gFAYqmAV #MiddleManagers #TheMiddleMatters #Leadership  #LeadershipDevelopment #EffectiveFeedback #TeamSuccess

How are you adapting your leadership style for today's conditions? Managing a distributed team requires specific skills. "Command and Control" is out of date, out of sync, and too slow. To lead effectively now, you need to: - respond faster to customers' changing needs; - delegate more to enable timely decisions; - be transparent to build trust and keep people informed; - give your team more autonomy and responsibility; - manage and motivate team members individually. Leadership is about inspiring, understanding, and guiding people--your customers, partners, and your team. Empathy is a core value, essential mindset, and critical skill in today's uncertain and evolving climate. Human-centric understanding using empathy enables you to connect with and coach team members through unpredictable and fast-evolving times. Join Jennifer Simpson, an expert in the KOAN method, and me this Wednesday February 28th at 12pm PT/1pm MT/3pm ET/8pm UTC. We will be talking about updated leadership styles that are effective in our current environment. Bring your questions to participate in the discussion. Register using the link in the comments. See you there!! #leadership #leadershipandmanagement #leadershipskills #distributedteams #hybridworking #hybridmodel #teambuilding #teamagreement #managementtips #leadershipbyexample #empathy #empatheticleadership #empathyatwork #empathyinleadership

🌟 Facing Leadership Challenges: Key Insight🌟 Leadership presents a range of challenges that test our skills and resilience. Here are a few key hurdles we often encounter and some thoughts on navigating them: 1. Balancing Vision with Operations: Striking a balance between long-term goals and daily tasks is crucial. Clear priorities and regular communication help manage this effectively. 2. Embracing Change: In a constantly evolving environment, adaptability is key. Stay informed, be transparent with your team, and view change as an opportunity for growth. 3. Maintaining Team Morale: Keeping your team motivated during tough times requires recognition, constructive feedback, and open communication. These practices help sustain a positive and productive work environment. 4. Managing Diverse Perspectives: Conflicts and differing opinions are natural in diverse teams. Foster open dialogue and listen actively to resolve issues and leverage diverse viewpoints. 5. Prioritizing Self-Care: Leadership can be demanding, so personal well-being is essential. Invest in your own growth and balance to set a positive example and enhance your effectiveness. Leadership is a journey of continuous learning and adaptation. I’d love to hear how you’ve tackled these challenges in your own roles. What strategies have worked for you? #Leadership #LeadershipChallenges #TeamManagement #ChangeManagement #CareerGrowth #DiversityAndInclusion #SelfCare #ProfessionalDevelopment #ManagementTips

🔍 Elevating Decision-Making: Navigating Complexity with Ease 🔍 In the dynamic world of leadership, the weight of decision-making can often feel overwhelming, especially when faced with high stakes and tight deadlines. It's in these critical moments that the clarity of thought and precision in judgment matter the most. The Energy Leadership Development System (ELDS) provides a structured approach to enhance mental clarity and decision-making capabilities. It empowers leaders to cut through the noise, assess situations with heightened awareness, and confidently choose the best course of action. Here’s how ELDS transforms decision-making into a strategic asset: Boosts Mental Clarity: Techniques to clear mental fog, allowing for sharper focus on the essentials. Enhances Emotional Intelligence: Skills to manage emotions effectively, ensuring decisions are not clouded by stress or bias. Promotes Strategic Thinking: Frameworks that foster a holistic view, evaluating both immediate impacts and long-term outcomes. Encourages Intuitive Insight: Cultivates an understanding of when to rely on intuition, blending it seamlessly with rational analysis. Decision-making doesn't have to be a daunting task. With the right tools and techniques, it can become a source of strength and confidence, propelling you and your team toward successful outcomes. 📈 Ready to refine your decision-making process and lead with certainty? Let’s explore how ELDS can empower you to make informed, impactful decisions. Join me for a complementary Strategy session @ https://lnkd.in/ejiytnXd. #LeadershipExcellence #DecisionMaking #MentalClarity #StrategicThinking #ExecutiveCoaching

🚀 Leadership Tip: Don't Take the Monkey! 🚀 Hey leaders! 🌟 Ever felt overwhelmed by your team's issues landing on your desk? Time to shift gears and empower your team to solve their own problems. Here's how: 1️⃣Recognize the Monkey: When a team member brings a problem to you, visualize it as a monkey trying to jump on your back. 2️⃣Shift Responsibility: Instead of saying, "Leave it with me," ask, "What have you tried so far?" This encourages ownership. 3️⃣Guide, Don’t Solve: Offer guidance if needed, but let them decide the next steps and set a follow-up time. 4️⃣Encourage Independence: If they're unsure, ask how long it’ll take to come up with options. This fosters self-reliance. 5️⃣Strategic Intervention: Sometimes you’ll need to intervene. Do so strategically, empowering them to handle similar issues in the future. By keeping the monkey on their back, you’ll foster a culture of accountability and lighten your load. Remember, it's about empowering your team to step up and solve problems themselves. 🐒💼 #Leaders #Leadership #Managers #Management #ManagementSkills #LeadershipSkills, #EmployeeMotivation #WorkplaceEngagement #CareerDevelopment #ContinuousLearning, #ProfessionalGrowth #LeadershipTraining #EmployeeSatisfaction #WorkplaceProductivity, #TeamPerformance #LeadershipStrategies #EmployeeDevelopment #MotivationalTechniques #JobSatisfaction #LeadershipCourse #EmployeeRetention, #WorkplaceCulture #LeadershipDevelopmentProgram #teamdevelopment #TimeManagement #Productivity #Communication #CommunicationSkills Learn More👉 https://lnkd.in/dxwWJKJ2

In today's rapidly changing business landscape, the only certainty is uncertainty. Gone are the days of concrete 3 year, 5 year and 10 year plans in business, precisely because we don't know what the future looks like, strategy practice is going through a period of foundational change. The solutions today are often to be found on the edges/fringes of everything we know. Today we need more sense-making rather than superhero leadership. One person is unlikely to be able to wave a single magic wand. More diverse voices in the room will likely result in the best guess. This requires two things that don't come out of nowhere: - Trust in each other - The ability to dialogue with each other These are very human traits that we need to spend more time working on within our teams. Experienced, intuitive strategic facilitators (they are rare) are required for this kind of specialised and sensitive work to help people in the group to become comfortable with not 'knowing' and to trust one another without having all the answers. It's a real leadership paradox, a massive shift away from traditional leaders needing to know all the answers or, indeed, having them. I specialise in this field, and work with leaders on an invdividual basis as well as in the group dynamic. It has become ever more important for leaders to be curious about their own (very old) patterns that script their responses and behaviour. These patterns direct their thinking and how they respond to others as well as to the big threat in the room of 'not knowing'. It's fascinating work. It's challenging work. It's unpredictable work. It develops an unexpected life of its own. By embracing and working with this line: 'you don't know what you don't know' this is actually the doorway and catalyst to finding the answers that you seek in these times of uncertainty. It was fabulous to have this thinking and way of working confirmed this afternoon in an online webinar, Empowering The Edge: The Evolution of Strategy Implementation hosted by Loren Phillips. Thanks to Sarah Wicks and Ewan Cameron for sharing their insights from their extensive work in this field, globally. #BusinessStrategy #StrategicLeadership #SenseMaking #StrategicFacilitators #Leadership #LeadershipDevelopment