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🎭 Leadership lessons from the Opera 🎭 I went to a stunning opera this weekend, and through incredible luck I ended up in the front row with a clear view of the conductor and the orchestra pit. I don't know if you've ever had the opportunity to watch a world-class orchestra play up close but it is nothing short of miraculous ✨ And it made me think - this is exactly what truly excellent team work and leadership looks like: 🎻In an orchestra, every musician has a unique role, and they must know exactly when to lead and when to support. The clarinettist doesn’t try to play the violin’s part, and the percussionist doesn’t attempt to conduct. This clarity of roles ensures each musician contributes their best to the collective sound. Similarly, in business, clarity about roles and responsibilities allows teams to function smoothly and effectively. 🎻 Everyone knows who's in charge. The conductor’s role is pivotal, setting the tempo and guiding the orchestra with clear leadership. This requires a keen understanding of the music and the ability to inspire and direct the musicians. Just as a conductor knows when to step in and when to let the orchestra play on their own, leaders must balance providing guidance and giving their teams the autonomy to shine. 🎻 Everyone is crystal clear on the goal. There's no confusion about what they are creating, when it starts, when it finishes, or what good looks like. 🎻 Joy and passion fuel every performance. Each musician plays with dedication, bringing their individual energy to the ensemble. This passion is infectious, spreading through the orchestra and into the audience. In leadership, fostering a passion for the work can transform teams, driving them to exceed expectations. These are the same elements we focus on helping teams create and sustain when we take our clients through the CN8 Teams Dynamics Process. If you think your team needs an injection of clarity, focus, and joy, email us today to see how we can help. We can't wait to meet you! PS. Thank you Mette Højen Wiik for all the inspiration and perspective on the topic of orchestras and leadership 🫶🏼 #leadershipcoaching #teamcoaching #performancecoaching

#Mondaymotivation and #inspiration from Elim 🎶 #attitude #mindset #leadershipmatters Bring it. Be the one. Last week, I posted a series of posts about attitude. I hope you will allow me to share one more. On Friday evening, it was the first night of the BBC Proms with conductor Elim Chan making her First Night of the Proms debut presenting Beethoven’s iconic Fifth Symphony. Beethoven’s 5th was written in the early 1800s and first performed in 1808. Since then, it has been performed countless times by thousands of musicians, orchestras and conductors. It has, probably, the most famous opening 4 notes in music. Many will know the tune, even if they are not classical music fans. It must be a challenge for conductors and musicians alike to bring a fresh perspective to such a well-known and often performed symphony. It requires a special talent to achieve such a feat. Yet, on Friday, we witnessed Elim bring a new energy to the piece leading the BBC Symphony Orchestra to a performance that everyone who was there appreciated and will always remember being part of. A truly great live performance depends on 3 things; an inspired and motivated team, a receptive audience, and a great leader to spark the whole thing into life. Once sparked, the 3 parties feed off the energy in, I guess, a form of fusion to produce a truly memorable experience for all those involved. If you are about to start a new week, doing something you’ve done many times before, do it with excellence. Bring the energy. The good energy. The energy you bring makes a difference. The difference. It makes a difference to you, your team, and your customers. Bring it. Be the one. #moremotivationmonday “If I have the courage to pursue what I love, then so do you.” Elim Elim Chan | One of the most sought-after artists of her generation… #inspireothers #inspirational #inspirationalleader #leadership #leadershipqualities #motivation #motivationalmonday #team #mindsetmonday #mindsetmatters #mindsetforsuccess #success #teamwork #employeeexperience #ex #employeeengagement #customerexperience #cx #journey #hope #solace #triumph

The orchestral landscape is evolving with many Symphonies opting for name changes. While some are emphasizing their local roots, others are choosing evocative, abstract names, and some are blending both approaches. In its latest article, the League of American Orchestras, dives deep into this trend and features exclusive insights from Robert Massey, Executive Artistic Director of Symphony San Jose. Dive into the motivations behind these changes: https://lnkd.in/g9A_n6E5

Florence Price’s: Symphony Number 3 is one of assumed 4 symphonies composed by Price. The 4th turned up in an attic, but the 2nd is still missing. Read more about Florence’s Symphone Number 3 and four additional symphonies written by Black Composers below

🎻 Let’s imagine our thoughts as the strings and our body as the soundboard. If we refuse to play all the notes, we suppress or ignore certain thoughts and feelings. These unplayed notes don’t just disappear—they tend to manifest outwardly, because life seeks the full range of expression. 🎼 Life, in many ways, is like an orchestra. It nurtures soloists, but a stage filled only with soloists lacks harmony. The audience waits for their favorite, while the other musicians wait for their turn. And soloists, by nature, are rarely patient—everyone’s eager to take the spotlight and succeed. 🎶 Perhaps it’s worth attending an orchestra sometime; it has a way of humbling us, especially in a live performance. Or simply look around—the orchestra of life is always playing. What’s their tune? There’s always a melody, mostly beneath the surface of words. #Leadership #Teamwork #Collaboration #PersonalGrowth #CommunicationSkills #WorkplaceHarmony #SuccessMindset #ProfessionalDevelopment #LifeLessons #Motivation

Ready to transform your team's dynamics? Discover how Dominic Alldis uses the principles of classical music and jazz to teach invaluable lessons on communication, listening, and trust. Elevate your team's performance with these unique insights! https://lnkd.in/e-5NWgWv #Teamwork #Communication #Innovation

Just like a symphony orchestra, a successful sales conversation requires harmony. In sales, listening is akin to being the conductor of that orchestra. When you actively listen, you tune into your customer's needs and challenges, ensuring that every "note" you play resonates perfectly. Remember, the best conductors don't just lead; they listen, adapt, and guide their orchestra to a beautiful performance. Be the conductor who hears beyond the surface—your customer's true needs lie in the details. Let’s listen to play our best tune!

Leadership and teamwork, reimagined through music. Dominic Alldis shows how the disciplines of classical and jazz music can inspire effective business strategies. Tune into these lessons to boost your team's performance! https://lnkd.in/e-5NWgWv #LeadershipDevelopment #Teamwork #Creativity

🌟 The Symphony of Success: First, Tune Your Instruments! 🌟 Building success is like an orchestra playing a symphony: it starts with tuning. Here's the prelude to harmony: 1. Tune into your role daily - Be the maestro of your tasks. 🎼 2. Craft each note with care - Offer value that resonates. 🎵 3. Harmonize with your ensemble - Nurture your network. 🎹 4. Listen to the echoes - Engage with feedback. 🎺 5. Applaud fellow musicians - Celebrate others' compositions. 👏 6. Master the concert hall - Know your stage, LinkedIn, inside out. 🎻 Miss the first note and the melody may falter, but nail it, and you're on your way to a standing ovation. Every note counts, but the first sets the tone. #OrchestraOfSuccess #TuneInDaily #NetworkingHarmony