Business Tip Tuesday 🚀

Today's Business Tip Tuesday is authored by one of Catalyst Leadership Dynamics' esteemed clients, Dave, who serves as a general manager in Binghamton, NY. Dave brings a wealth of experience and insight from his role, where he oversees operations and leads a dedicated team in managing and mitigating the aftermath of various disasters. His expertise in leadership and adaptability is invaluable, making him a trusted voice in the field!

As leaders, the word accountability is often used personally, professionally, and organizationally. What truly is necessary for accountability to flourish? I believe accountability is a mindset-first type of situation. Without the right individual mindset, it becomes impossible for a culture of accountability to drive decision-making and behavior.

We frequently encounter the term preparation and assume we understand and apply it well. However, in our fast-paced world of instant gratification, we often fall short of reaching our full potential through preparation. Let's delve deeper into the concept of preparation and uncover its true significance. Beyond its cognitive benefits, the emotional impact of preparation may be more profound than we have previously realized!

A process or a system is required to overcome Adversity.

Why? A method or system is created when no adversary is involved. A process or system is designed solely for positive outcomes and ease of operation optimization.

In leadership, I have always found that having clarity about the benefits of your efforts has benefitted me in my endeavors. Understanding what I am working towards and for, allows me to work harder with vision and hope for the future.

The more I think about negotiation, the more I see that it’s something we do every day—often without even noticing. Every choice we make, every commitment we take on, and every action we follow through with is a form of negotiation. These decisions shape our future, whether we realize it or not.

Let's start with one very important thought that everyone leading a family business should consider:

 

"Transferring ownership of a small family business requires strategic vision!"

- Jeff Rogers, CPMBC

In the hustle-up, give it to me yesterday, just in time delivery society we live in today; Empathy gets lost at home and work. On one hand, I understand why, and sometimes get caught in this trap myself. But when I am on my game, using the skill of Empathy is a game changer in meeting people where they are, earning trust and commitment, engaging the team, collaborating effectively, and earning desired outcomes and results!