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Why is leadership development at the management level so critically important for nonprofits and small businesses? - Because self-awareness is essential: HR leaders report that nearly 80% of managers lack the self-awareness to understand their own strengths and development needs. Managers who lack this awareness are almost 3x more likely to fail in their role. - Because disruptions happen: When they do, managers are 42% more likely to prioritize providing immediate work support over aligning work to broader organizational or individual career goals. However, when managers do not align their employees’ work with both organizational and career goals, they are 2.4x as likely to fail. - Because quality interactions matter: Only 47% of employees say they derive valuable outcomes from interactions with their managers; managers whose direct reports can’t derive value from their interactions are 2.7x more likely to fail. How can Lisle Consulting Group help your organization strengthen your managers' leadership skills and maximize your impact? #leadership #professionaldevelopment

I was delighted to be joined by Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines, for our most recent AlixTalks. In a wide-ranging conversation moderated by Amna Nawaz, co-anchor of PBS NewsHour, we discussed recent airplane safety concerns, the importance of leading with values, and the impact of geopolitical tensions on global business strategy, among many other topics. I invite you to watch our conversation below. #AlixPartnersDisruptionIndex #CEOs #leadership #strategy

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Empathy in Leadership: The Key to Transforming Teams At DreamSmart Behavioral Solutions, we believe empathy is the heart of transformational leadership. When leaders connect with their teams through emotional intelligence, they inspire collaboration, trust, and innovation. It’s time to build strong, thriving teams that lead with heart. Take action today! • Visit https://lnkd.in/gea6PCzT to learn how you can develop leaders who foster strategic relationships and build high-performing teams. • Download our free guide on ‘Empathy in Leadership’ and discover how your organization can leverage emotional intelligence for success. • Schedule a consultation with our experts to design a custom leadership development program for your team. • Follow us on social media for ongoing insights into leadership, empathy, and team building. Let’s lead with heart and inspire greatness in your organization! #leadership #empathy #dreamsmart

As the world faces constant disruption, from pandemics and wars to climate change acceleration, people turn to business leaders for answers.  So, how do CEOs steer the ship when unfamiliar storms surround them? The latest #AlixTalks answers just that. Our latest program sees Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines, join AlixPartners CEO Simon Freakley and Amna Nawaz, Co-Host of PBS NewsHour, to discuss recent aviation news, the 5th annual AlixPartners Disruption Index and how to stay on top in a constantly shifting landscape.  They delve into: • How to lead a company with values-based decision-making • What qualities make a good leader, and what strategies can help them navigate through turbulent waters? • What can we gain from difficult times? • How disruption can be an opportunity instead of a concern You can find the latest talk here: https://bit.ly/3ShcNQ4  #Disruption #AlixPartnersDisruptionIndex #Leadership #Strategy

When you are frustrated with someone for not giving you the support you need: Don’t assume sinister intent. Your coworkers, subordinates, and managers are often just doing the best they can. Recognize that you might not be their highest priority. If they don’t respond to your email, fail to complete a project on time, or don't provide you the support you need, they might have another higher priority task they are focused on. They are likely under-resourced and have too much on their plate. Instead of getting frustrated with them, focus on building a better relationship with them. This will help you understand people’s best intentions, how you might be able to help them, and how you can better assist them to help you. When you get to know the people you work with, you will come to better understand and appreciate the rest of their workload and the strategic priorities at play. The better relationship you build with people, the more influence you will have over them. This will make it easier to support them, and also get the support from them you need to accomplish your mission. We covered this topic in some detail on our Extreme Ownership Academy Live session this week. Learn more at extremeownership.com Echelon Front Mika Burgess #relationshipsmatter #relationships #relationshipbuilding #leadership #leadershipdevelopment

In leadership, it's easy to focus solely on leading the team or business, but the reality is that there are many different relationships that need to be nurtured in order to be successful. Leif Babin explains this concept brilliantly in his recent post. Check it out and gain some valuable insights on how to become a well-rounded leader. Link to the post: https://lnkd.in/eimgqwR9

Excellent advice— I often feel terrible when I don’t reply back to an email or miss a message from someone asking for help. It's definitely not intentional that I missed your email or ghosted you. But do you know who gets help? The ones who are resilient and follow up politely, and the ones who email back responding with something like, “circling back to our previous conversation” rather than per my last email. It’s not often what you say, but how you say it. Stay resilient and persistent— follow up as needed and be the “cog in the wheel” to make things happen for you or your team. Lead with empathy and build relationships with people whether you lead or follow, and, most importantly, don’t ever be afraid to reach out for help. For the job searchers out there, just remember recruiters and talent acquisitions aren’t sinister— they’re just really, really busy people. #relationships #jobsearch #jobseeker #jobseekersupport #hireavet #hireaveteran #dodskillbridge #militarytransition

🚀 The Corporate Chief of Staff: Strategic Leadership Influence From Outside the Spotlight 🚀 Have you read this article by Steven Z., Nathan Hillier, Steve Zaccaro, Lauren Campbell, Renee McCauley, Tyler Parris and Richard Klimoski ⬇ For decades, strategic leadership research has focused on senior executives and top managers. However, the role of the Chief of Staff (COS) has been largely overlooked. Our recent study sheds light on this crucial yet underexplored role, revealing its significant impact on strategic leadership processes and outcomes. 🔍 Key Findings: * COS Functions: COSs play vital roles in CEO sensemaking, top management team (TMT) processes, and strategic coordination. * Influence: Despite not always being part of the TMT, COSs significantly influence CEO attention, TMT dynamics, and organisational outcomes. * Characteristics: COSs often have diverse backgrounds and bring unique skills to their roles. 📊 Data Sources: * Analysis of 2,500 LinkedIn profiles * Surveys of 108 current and former COSs * In-depth interviews with 13 COSs 📚 Future Research Directions: * COS influence on CEO psychological states * COS impact on TMT and organisational processes * Characteristics of organisations with a COS * Long-term career trajectories of COSs COSs have been “hiding in plain sight,” but their strategic importance is undeniable. It’s time to recognise and further explore the pivotal role they play in corporate leadership. #Leadership #ChiefOfStaff #StrategicLeadership #CorporateGovernance #ResearchInsights 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gXDU2bub