#TheThreeMinuteChallenge

#TheThreeMinuteChallenge

by | Sep 11, 2019 | #TheThreeMinuteChallenge, Engagement, Leadership, Learning to Lead, Reflect

Engagement The greatest leaders all have one thing in common–they know where they are going. Their purpose is clear and they consistently pursue their goals, which engages the people they serve. Unfortunately, many of us can think of a leader who, instead, creates uncertainty and ambiguity, leaving the direction unclear. This behavior is the result of one or more of the following three leadership flaws, which can plague any of us if we’re not careful.

#1. Deviation from Core Values

Confusion sets in when we deviate from our core values, a set of principles that guide our decision-making. When this happens, chaos ensues because people are not guided appropriately.

#2. High Expectations with Minimal Direction

Uncertainty is also the result of high expectations coupled with little direction. Leaders can erroneously exchange a lack of direction with empowerment, but that’s never really the case. People need direction on where the organization is heading, along with the freedom to execute the vision in their own way. This process, bridged with support, increases clarity and the individual’s confidence.

#3. Conflict Avoidance Creates Ambiguity

Ambiguity is the outcome when we work to avoid conflict. Leaders who avoid conflict, to either create comfort or appease the status quo, end up with a lack of clarity, which eventually creates greater discomfort and disharmony. Tackling tough problems always creates greater clarity and is a high functioning behavior of successful leaders.

Take 3 minutes to challenge yourself at work.

Challenge Yourself: Let’s Get RAW

Reflect–Review your vision statement, core values, and organizational goals. Are they clear and well-known to everyone? Are all decisions backed-up by these pillars?

Act–Create a system to check-in with your direct reports on a regular basis, not to manage the how but to reinforce the why.

Write–Keep a post-it or 3X5 card nearby at all times to remind yourself of the vision, core values, and organizational goals. Write them out in several places for regular review.

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#TheThreeMinuteChallenge

#TheThreeMinuteChallenge

by | Sep 4, 2019 | #TheThreeMinuteChallenge, Engagement, Learning to Lead

Engagement

Superstar leaders do many things incredibly well, but unfortunately they can still fall short in one of the most important areas of leadership, which is celebrating their people at every turn. The problem is that too many leaders make a lot of excuses as to why they don’t celebrate more often. The trap for leaders is that they typically don’t view the concept of celebration through the lens of the people who they lead. The culture of our organizations must fit the needs of our people, not our own. The key is to know your staff and that not all employees desire the same kind of appreciation for their work. It’s important to note, though, that lifting the people, no matter how tough times can get, might just be the one thing that is saving them from burnout.

Take 3 minutes to challenge yourself at work.

Challenge Yourself: Let’s Get RAW

Reflect–When something positive happens within your organization or department, do you find yourself saying “thank you” because the credit goes to you as the leader or “thank you” to the people who did the work?

Act–An attitude of gratitude can be good for both you and the people you lead. Decide upon one act of gratitude each day before you leave the house for work and then act on it by lifting someone new each day with a comment, an award, or a new experience you can provide.

Write–Write down the names of your direct reports and the way in which you believe they would most like to be appreciated at work. Use your list as frequently as possible.

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Joe & T.J.

#TheThreeMinuteChallenge

#TheThreeMinuteChallenge

by | Aug 21, 2019 | #TheThreeMinuteChallenge, Leadership, Learning to Lead, Motivation

Motivation Model Commitment to Accountability is all about being consistent by honoring your own values and ideals. Accountability begins with holding yourself accountable, first. In fact, it’s not fair to hold others accountable to a standard that you cannot meet on a regular basis. Yes, we all fall short, and, at times, we even fail, but the mark of a great leader is her willingness to bounce back. Every day there are setbacks, the question is how fast do you recover, refocus, and recommit.

Challenge Yourself: Let’s Get RAW

Reflect–Pick a function of your job performance or that of someone in your organization. Reflect on what you would define as the standard of acceptance versus the standard of excellence. What would it mean to be on pace versus excelling?

Act–Commit to regular communication about your expectations. Where, how, and when will you communicate the standards of performance over the next 6-18 months? Bonus: Think about the places where you can communicate daily, weekly, and monthly.

Write–Take time to write down a set of two specific expectations that everyone (including you) should meet for the team to get stronger.

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#TheThreeMinuteChallenge

#TheThreeMinuteChallenge

by | Aug 14, 2019 | #TheThreeMinuteChallenge, Learning to Lead, Motivation, Organizational Leadership, Relationships

Motivation Model

Consciousness of Ourselves requires an intense inward inspection that is simply tough to do. Many of us are scared or unable to navigate all that comes up when we look deeply into what makes us tick. Despite how difficult this may be, knowing thyself is liberating as you uncover the motivation behind your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Take 3 minutes this week to meet the challenge.

Challenge Yourself: Let’s Get RAW

Reflect–What is one strength that you have as a leader that you believe works for you during your day-to-day interactions with others?

Act–Pick one experience that you believe will help strengthen you and commit to participating in that experience this year.

Write–Submit one journal entry today that reflects something that didn’t go well despite your best efforts and how you felt and responded as a result of it.

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Joe & T.J.

#TheThreeMinuteChallenge

#TheThreeMinuteChallenge

by | Aug 7, 2019 | #TheThreeMinuteChallenge, Action, Leadership, Learning to Lead, Motivation

Motivation Model Clarity of Purpose requires us to peel back the onion, quiet the noise in our head, and identify something that we truly desire to achieve. This can be anything from learning an instrument to speaking a second language to volunteering at your local hospital to carving time for family. Take 3 minutes this week to meet the challenge.

Challenge Yourself: Let’s Get RAW

Reflect–What have you been putting off for days, months, or perhaps even years that you want to do but have lacked the motivation thus far?

Act–Identify one thing that you want to accomplish to make a difference in your life or the lives of others and take the first step toward achieving that goal today.

Write–Formulate your why statement. Write down one sentence that communicates the purpose behind what you want to achieve.

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