Based on LinkedIn and Facebook stats, here are our readers’ favorites for 2017. In case you missed them, here’s your chance to join the party and share some more.
It’s universally indisputable. And, universally frustrating and expensive. It’s equally true with our personal interactions. So I ask:
What are you and/or your organization doing to address miscommunication?
If you don’t, how much more dysfunction will occur? And at what emotional and financial cost?
Different Strokes for Different Folks
We’ve all heard this proverb. And you’re likely living it. As you get familiar with the people you interact with the most, you learn to adjust your approach. The more you learn, the more effective you become.
Accountability conversations are potentially confrontational and unpleasant. So we avoid and procrastinate in favor of more comfortable tasks. When such avoidance occurs, critical things don’t get done.
Because clarity is so important, let me attempt to be perfectly clear about defining it.
Futuristic Thinking is a sought after, essential, leadership skill. Why? If effective leadership is about creating a better future, it might be a good idea to give the future some serious thought.
How do you develop your futuristic thinking?
Last year, I added an Ask Tom button to this site along with an invitation to share your leadership challenges. The response was underwhelming. Although, not surprising. The fact is most people are reluctant to ask for help when we need it. Still, I’m inclined to help with that. I recommend that you read and perhaps share this not-so-popular post that missed the Top 5 for 2017.
Futuristic Thinking is a sought after, essential, leadership skill. Why? If effective leadership is about creating a better future, it might be a good idea to give the future some serious thought.
How do you develop your futuristic thinking?
Thanks for your loyal readership and positive feedback. And for your social sharing.
I look forward to leading more breakthrough leadership thinking for you in 2018 and beyond.
Tom Lemanski helps accomplished leaders unlock potential, solve complex challenges, and amplify their impact.
Effective leadership is the key to driving meaningful, lasting success in a fast-changing world.
Tom’s focus on innovative strategies and self-awareness creates transformative results for leaders striving for the next level.
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