Hello Reader, Have a Sense of Direction and FocusPlanning is essential for effective leadership. Without a clear sense of purpose, direction, and focus, it's easy to become overwhelmed, disorganized, and lose sight of your goals. Planning helps you to identify your priorities, set goals and objectives, and allocate resources effectively. Here are some steps you can take to develop a successful planning process:
Remember, planning is an ongoing process. Review and adjust your plan regularly to ensure you remain on track and make progress toward your goals. By taking the time to plan effectively, you'll be able to stay focused, work efficiently, and achieve success as a leader. |
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Hi Reader, I hope your fourth quarter is off to a strong start. At Karl Bimshas Consulting, we’re conducting a brief survey to better understand your current leadership challenges. Feel free to reply directly to this email with your answers to the four questions below. If you'd prefer a quick 15-20-minute private chat, I’d be happy to schedule a time that works for you. Here are the questions: 1. What are your organization’s biggest leadership challenges in the next 6-12 months? 2. What...
Hello Reader, Seek Double Wins Through Problem-Solving Resolving conflicts is an essential skill for any leader. The goal is not just to resolve the conflict but to do so judiciously, which means making wise and fair decisions that benefit everyone involved. Here are some steps you can take to resolve conflicts: Pay attention: Listen to each party's words and ensure you understand the issues involved. Pay attention to nonverbal cues such as body language, tone of voice, and facial...
Hello Reader, Promote Ideas that Yield Benefits and Abundance Your ability to influence and persuade others to support your ideas and projects is important to your success as a leader. However, influence should be used positively and ethically to benefit everyone involved. Here are some actionable steps you can take to apply influence effectively: Build strong relationships: People are more likely to support and follow those they trust and respect. Take time to build strong relationships with...