Why “Systems Thinking” should become your go-to leadership strategy
Organisations can only function when the people, the processes, and the technology are all in sync. When a leader adopts a Systems Thinking approach to business operations, she isn’t just looking at the people (or teams), processes, and product / software in isolation, she’s looking at (thinking about) the broader situation … in other words, the system. Read this article to appreciate why Systems Thinking should become your go-to leadership strategy.
Roles & responsibilities in performance conversations
Both you and your team members play a key role in these conversations.
Are you suffering from decision making fatigue as a leader?
As a leader, your decision-making style can be described as how you typically react when faced with a choice. Do you make a decision alone? Do you consult others? Do you go with your gut? Perhaps you over analyse? Maybe you even flip a coin? Check out our hellomonday post which delves into the four primary decision-making styles of leadership. And read about the tell-tale signs of decision-making fatigue.
Developing your critical thinking leadership skills
Use critical thinking to understand the impact of your decisions on your organisation and ensure alignment with organisational goals.
Networking done right: the power of intentional connection
Business networking can make a massive difference to your career, often leading to new professional opportunities that you might otherwise have never been given.
Empathetic listening
Use empathetic listening and questioning to allow you to develop and enhance relationships with a stronger understanding of what is being conveyed.
Make someone feel heard
To gain real respect from your team you need to ensure that you are actively listening to them, both to what they say and don’t say.
Addressing key selection criteria
This articles covers key methods and tips for answering key selection criteria.
Burnout isn’t good for anyone, least of all a leader
For any leader it’s important not to fall into the trap of being on 24 x 7. Boundaries are important. Remember, there was once a time when you couldn’t be on a conference call while sitting in traffic, and when your clients didn’t have your home phone number, or when emails were on your computer at work, not incessantly buzzing during family dinner. Check out our hellomonday post to appreciate the differences between work-life balance, work-life separation, and work-life integration.
Is a career change the right thing for me?
Use these questions to reflect on whether changing careers is the right thing for you.