"Executive incumbency is measured by the efficacy of the primary objective—Results."
DUALITY OF LEADERSHIP PT. 1
COMFORMATIVE PREDISPOSITION
Business Objective:
Following a recent slump in earnings, The Board has voted to explore new positioning strategies for the organization. Implementation will require you to embrace unfamiliar processes and approaches that aren't part of your repertoire.
Personal Objective:
Conversely, you have your own agenda for the direction of the company. Your leadership style is considered unorthodox by others, however, trusting tact and instinct has often worked in your favor. Given that you assume all of the risk, betting on yourself makes perfectly good sense.
Some leaders interpret a situation as binary, dismissing the notion of more flexible options.
"Above all insults to a leader's legacy is "chief figurehead."
DUALITY OF LEADERSHIP PT. 2
DEPENDENTLY AUTONOMOUS
Business Objective:
As with most modern organizations, people have their respective expectations as to how the “Leader” should steer the boat. Some prefer the ability to work independently, others require a hands-on approach. Regardless, they all need a chief capable of identifying, predicting and adapting to change quickly.
Personal Objective:
Too often, leaders fall victim to the practice of labeling. They'll divide people into Seasoned, Millennial, Next Gen and so on. Labels create misconceptions about respective skills, work habits, and personalities. When leaders subscribe to this style of categorization, it limits the collective value of people.
Simply put, leading your people through crisis or change requires a balanced approach devoid of labeling.
"Repetition acts as both friend and foe of change."
THE REALITY OF LEADERSHIP
The dual role of leader and strategist requires balance & practice.
Executives are bombarded by a myriad of priority driven functions. Direct reports, meetings, and a host of "boss" duties, all conveniently vying for a spot on your calendar. To stay relevant, you need to develop skills & enhance your professional acumen. So how do you do that while being held hostage to the demands of others?
Get a fresh perspective from an outside, objective resource, not another sycophant tied to a 401k or bonus. To reframe your role, you’ll have to establish new mindsets to realize things differently. Develop the skills to meet the demands of the entire organization on your terms.
CRAIG NEAL® THE COLLABORATOR®
CHANGE YOUR CONDITION TO CHANGE YOUR POSITION®
Though hard to admit, you don't have all of the answers or the expertise in-house. Whether change or crisis, the leader should fit comfortably in the driver's seat. The biggest decision to make is whether you are committed to engaging the objective support you need. As your Executive Collaborator & Trusted Advisor, my commitment to improve your condition is top priority. Together, we'll develop a tailored game plan that authentically suits your leadership style. You'll develop skills and knowledge that position you ahead of the curve.