03/20/2018

Few Do-overs in Leadership, Instead Do-differents

The work of leading is learned through clumsy practice and refined over time

In a perfect world, we would all start our roles as managers and emerging leaders fully aware of the behaviors and ingredients that promote success. In reality, the work of leading is learned through clumsy practice and (hopefully) refined over time.

I, for one, would love a do-over for my ego-driven, “my way or the highway” early days as a manager. Unfortunately, there are no do-overs in leadership, just opportunities to do-different.

For anyone striving to climb out of the primordial leadership muck and move in the direction of effectiveness and respect, it is possible to shore up or rebuild your leadership foundation mid-flight. Here are some ideas to help.

Please select this link to read the complete article from Art Petty.