Leaders Talk About How We Do It “Around Here”
Jayson and Alan discuss how the phrase “…how we do things around here…” can be used to instill a culture. Related post: How we do things around here.
Stretching and Growing
Leaders watch out for insecurity
Matt and Alan have an honest (though short!) chat about the ways insecurity can plague a leader, and ways to overcome it. Also, take comfort; everyone else is just as insecure at times. Related posts: Everyone is just as insecure as you are. Insecurity is unbecoming.
Leaders Pick Up the Phone
Tabby and Alan talk about the value of asking for help and counsel – something effective leaders do all the time, but newer or insecure leaders resist. Related Post: Pick up the phone
Leaders know how to “deal…”
When we don’t like the way things are, we have three choices on how to deal: adapt, report, or accept. Sarah and Alan discuss.
Leaders know: most choices are irrational
Jayson and Alan focus on this rule of thumb: 80% of choices are based on emotion, not reason. How can leaders cope with this reality in others — and themselves? Related posts: Beware acting when stressed. Fear and Vision
Leaders keep self-improvement efforts in front of them.
Alan demonstrates the way a frequently-moved sticky note can be a simple yet effective tool to aid your commitment to self-improvement. Related post: Sticky note idea. Another use for sticky notes to stay organized.
Basic presentation speaking tips for leaders
While most people assume that leaders are comfortable presenting, the skill set of public speaking can be a separate challenge. With Matt’s help, Alan offers simple, easy to follow pointers for leaders new to presenting. Related post: Presentation tips for new leaders.
Jayson and Alan talk about the obstacle to potential…
p=P-i Performance equals Potential minus Interference. Jayson and Alan talk about the way this simple equation helps us decide a course of action.
All Solutions are a Temporary Resting Place
Why we NEVER “arrive” – no groove lasts forever. This time, Sarah does most of the talking. This video will help you deal with the frustration of changing circumstances. Previous post on this topic: Temporary resting place
Putting conference learning into ACTION…
A visual example of using a simple system to take ACTION on what you’ve learned at a conference or other professional development event. Previous post on this topic (including bonus downloadable tool): Organizing professional learning.