08.Oct.09.Thu : Leading the change ?Start small !

Need to Be Better at Leading Change? Start Small !!
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Change is a constant in today's organizations. Leaders need to be adaptive, flexible, and innovative. However, trying to be "better at leading change" can be an overwhelming and vague challenge.

Instead of taking on a leadership style full force, start with small experiments: try out a new way of delegating; test different approaches to communicating your vision and expectations; experiment with new ways of giving feedback.

Reflect on what works and what doesn't. These small steps are manageable and what you learn from these experiments will help you shape your leadership skills, while modeling how change happens.


Management Tip was adapted from "Become a More Creative Leader — Think Small" by Stew Friedman.

06.Oct.2009.Mon : To the Outgoing Manager.

OCTOBER 6, 2009
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Accept Your Lame Duck-ness
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When leaders are ready to move on, they may hesitate to announce their plans because they're afraid of becoming lame ducks. What's the best way to deal with being a lame duck? Accept it.

Don't shed any tears over your loss of power. Instead, put all of your energy into supporting your successor. Coach her behind the scenes, involve her in all important decisions, and build her confidence. Most importantly, be sure you are setting up both the organization and your successor for success.

Don't be tempted to leave on a high note by making a popular decision. Continue to make the tough decisions that have set you apart as a leader and are good for the organization.

Today's Management Tip was adapted from "If You're a Lame Duck, Quack Like One" by Marshall Goldsmith.