Leader Reinforcement

Discovering How You are Performing as a Leader

Bring in the reinforcements!

You do not necessarily need outside help, but you should see what is working, what is not, and change as necessary.  That is what I mean by reinforcement.  Hear from others, look at the data, implement accordingly.  You probably do that already, but awareness of it will refine it.  I guarantee that!

MEASURES & INDICATORS

When you get it right, you need to know it.  And remember, your perspective is not always gospel.  Just because you see it one way does not mean reality reflects it.  Subjective measures are acceptable to couple with objective ones. You can measure anything.  Maybe not scientifically, but you can measure anything. 

FEEDBACK FROM OTHERS

Ask others how you are doing as a leader.  Are you adapting your skills appropriately?  Are you reading the environment adequately?  Get good at asking others.  Really … get good at it.

COACHING

Now that coaching is on the scene, I wonder what took it so long to become popular.  Many leaders are discovering the value of asking for confidential, private feedback for implementing performance improvements and asking for ideas.  It is safe.  It is low-risk.  And it can be very powerful.

Look back on a situation that you handled recently.  Remember the clarity you had after the fact?  If only you had thought it through more, and seen the predictable outcome.  Or if only you had the chance to practice a critical speech to some real ears.

Or maybe you want a reality check for mapping out a strategy you are considering.  I bet you have an idea what will work best, you are naturally resourceful, and you are smart.  But a few minutes mentally positioning your intention is all you need.  A coach can serve that purpose.


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