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Throughout my extensive 34-year career, I have come to the profound realization that the identity of one's employer or their level of popularity holds no significant bearing on the ultimate measure of success. Rather, it is the quality of one's work, the tangible deliverables produced, and the judicious management of time that truly matter. #EA #ExecutiveAssistants #ChiefOfStaff #Secretary #TimeManagement #Amen

The Generation of Trust A lesson learned from my military service I was looking through my Military Personal Development Record over the Christmas Break and came a cross a report, written about me, after having completed a secondment to a Logistics Planning Team to assist in planning for a major operational deployment. Upon reading the report I came across this comment: 'The sheer size and complexity of the (operational) deployment generated many problems to which a standard solution was not apparent. This did not deter Kemish (me) who consistently worked around issues to produce unorthodox solutions' I was not a senior officer, in fact, I wasn't even a commissioned officer, I was just a Senior Non-Commissioned Officer who had already received the Accumulated Campaign Service Medal (having completed in excess of 1080 days in areas of conflict). Nor was I the only person to have been seconded to the Team. However, there was one thing that stood out to me. The hierarchy were willing to listen, and learn, from the experience of us 'interlopers' when making major operational decisions. My mind went back to the way in which the team had 'gelled' - not only did we have trust in the hierarchy but we also had trust in each other - despite that the fact that non of us had met previously. The attitude of the hierarchy had sealed a collaborative and learning culture across the team that created a bond that could not be broken. This raises the question: How do you engender trust and create an unbreakable bond in your organisation? #hrinnovation #hrinsights #leadership Dave Ulrich Nicolas BEHBAHANI Ian Kirkby

Many people have been labeled “generalists,” but that doesn’t mean you don’t have applicable skills to harness. Stay tuned for our upcoming blog on this topic! #generalist #jackofalltrades #careercoach

Some Chiefs of Staff…   have MBAs.   Some Chiefs of Staff have been one before. Some Chiefs of Staff have been consultants. Some Chiefs of Staff have no traditional education.   Some Chiefs of Staff are now CEOs. Some Chiefs of Staff go on to be Entrepreneurs. Some Chiefs of Staff do the role again. Some Chiefs of Staff do it just once.   Some Chiefs of Staff used to be EAs. Some Chiefs of Staff come from the military. Some Chiefs of Staff are fresh out of school. Some Chiefs of Staff have law degrees.   There is no ONE PATH for Chief of Staff.   And it's actually the spikey background, experience-rooted problem-solving, and fresh set of eyes to a new business…. that make us great.   What matters most?   Chiefs of Staff are offering business leaders the high-level, strategic, executionary support they've needed for a long time.   So, what's your path to Chief of Staff?   Share in the comments.   ♻ Share to help spread Chief of Staff awareness. 👋 Follow Maggie Olson for more!    #chiefofstaff 

The #takecommandpodcast met with Admiral Mike Mullen's to talk about #human relations skills. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/ewCQyRr7 #dctakecommand #dalecarnegie  Joe Hart

The #takecommandpodcast met with Admiral Mike Mullen's to talk about #human relations skills. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/ewCQyRr7 #dctakecommand #dalecarnegie  Joe Hart

Leadership Matters Sam Bahadur- a General officer who always stood by his men. This story, as we remember it on Sam Bahadur's 110th birthday, highlights his unconventional leadership style and unwavering support for his troops. In December 1963, Sam took command of the Western Army. During a visit to the Mizo Hills, he discovered a critical communication bottleneck. The existing phone lines were inadequate, and the Post and Telegraph Department estimated 4-5 years to establish a new line due to the long distance (over 200 kilometers). This bureaucratic delay frustrated Sam. He questioned, "That's too long. Can't we do it ourselves?" However, regulations stipulated that only the Post and Telegraph Department could own telephone lines, forcing the Army to rely on their services. This conversation, which took place over drinks in the brigade mess with Brigadier R.Z. Kabraji (the brigade commander) present, sparked an unorthodox solution. Sam, perhaps jokingly, challenged the Signals Officer, "How long would it take to lay the line ourselves, if you had the supplies?" The young and impulsive Signals Officer took the challenge seriously. He assembled a fleet of trucks and headed straight to the P&T Department's supply depot in Silchar. When the official on duty protested, the officer disregarded him, taking the necessary supplies and holding the official for a week! Predictably, the Post and Telegraph Department was furious. They reported the incident as "theft" and "kidnapping" to the Ministry, escalating the issue to Army HQ. Disciplinary action loomed for both the Signals Officer and the Brigade Commander. Fortunately, by this time, the new line was nearing completion. When the Army Commander was informed about the situation, Sam readily took full responsibility. Though Sam had forgotten about the incident, he immediately wrote to the Chief assuming full responsibility for the officer's actions, saying that he had acted on his specific orders. Though he likely didn't anticipate the officer's literal interpretation of his earlier remark, Sam stood by his men, writing to the Chief and accepting blame for authorizing the operation. His unwavering support for his troops, even in the face of consequences, solidified his reputation as a leader who commanded respect and loyalty. It's a story that reflects a bygone era of military leadership, where boldness and taking responsibility were hallmarks of a true leader. Army is a way of life with written and many more unwritten ethical codes and human value system where leadership is an honour and respected. It all boils down to having balls. Sam had that in sufficient supply. In fact, he had a big store of that material.

Why You May Need a Chief of Staff The chief of staff role is common in the military and government. It’s usually a very prominent role, and the people who fill it act as advisors to top military brass and high-level government officials. The role is not quite as common among civilian organizations, but that may be changing. What exactly is a chief of staff? The answer varies across organizations. The position is entirely customizable depending on the needs of the company. Typically, a chief of staff: Organizes the flow of information to the CEO Manages their schedule Handles special projects Some organizations hold the chief of staff responsible for even more significant tasks, such as advising the CEO, acting as an implementer of cultural change, and identifying potential problems before they arise. https://lnkd.in/g7H2vm_S

The #takecommandpodcast met with Admiral Mike Mullen's to talk about #human relations skills. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/ewCQyRr7 #dctakecommand #dalecarnegie  Joe Hart

#veterans Your loyalty to your team in corporate America is costing you financially. One of my managers was promoted to my level 5 years after me and his starting salary was 30K less than my starting salary 5 years prior. Internal promotion salaries have been significantly less than external hires at every corporation I worked. They will tell you it's because they can't have salary increases that large, and they have to have the higher salaries for outside hires to compete for talent. Learn to play the game. One of my original mentees has moved up the food chain to become a regional manager by moving to a different company for each advancement. He estimated he's increased his salary by at least 100k and likely the same amount in bonuses and stock by switching companies. #veteranshelpingveterans #militarytransitioning #marines #veterans