Construction Genius 66 - Culture, Talent, Cash Flow: How Executives Lead in Good Times and Bad
Resource Links:
- A free copy of my Kick-Ass Meeting Report (https://www.ericanderton.com/kickassmeetings)
- Andrew's Web Site: The Center for Executive Coaching (https://www.centerforexecutivecoaching.com/)
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With the coronavirus pandemic affecting our economy, a lot of businesses have found themselves unprepared. We may have not seen it coming, but when there are good times, there are also bad times.
We may consider this as a lesson learned. However, things are just getting started and the industry needs leaders to rise up and take charge. Luckily, we have a mentor here to teach us.
In this episode, Andrew and I have a deep conversation on how to become an effective leader in the construction industry. He gives us practical insights on leading during and through a crisis and preparing your company for the next one.
Whether you're the business owner or part of the executive team, you are a leader of your organization. So tune in to this episode now.
What's Discussed In This Episode:
- Why we're unprepared for a crisis [02:00]
- How Andrew helps companies prepare [03:10]
- Ego, results, and relationships in business [05:15]
- Maximizing cash flow [06:39]
- Good frameworks for scenario planning [08:18]
- Opportunities during the crisis [10:29]
- How employees should be treated during a crisis [13:50]
- Crisis as an opportunity to capture talent [15:14]
- Preparing for meetings during times of pressure [17:05]
- The importance of role-playing for improving impact [19:34]
- Characteristics of high performing leaders in times of crisis [22:57]
- How middle managers can rise up [25:04]
- Getting ready for the next crisis [29:42]
- Self-awareness and making a business independent [31:55]
About Our Guest:
Andrew Neitlich is the Director of the Center for Executive Coaching. He is the author of the new book, Coach!, which talks about creating a culture of coaching in your organization.
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