Discover how transforming intellectual property can elevate coaches to thought leaders. Delve into the intriguing historical and modern significance of handshake agreements as symbols of trust. Explore the dynamics of these agreements and their evolution over time, akin to marriage vows. Uncover tools that foster effective collaboration, such as the 'Handshake Matrix' and scorecards for assessing communication. The conversation reveals the vital role of mutual trust and ongoing evaluations in building effective partnerships and enhancing leadership success.
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Handshake Meetings Are Living Vows
A handshake meeting is the professional equivalent of marriage vows and must be a living, revisited agreement.
Laurie argues a strong handshake creates trust, clarifies roles, and ignites high-impact leader-chief collaboration.
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Laurie's Chief Of Staff Origin Story
Laurie served as chief of staff at AT&T and wrote 'Who Has Your Back?' to demystify that role for leaders and chiefs.
Her experience shaped her conviction about the pivotal leader-chief relationship and the need for structured handshake meetings.
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Define Roles And Decision Rights
Spend time to explicitly discuss roles, responsibilities, and decision rights during the handshake meeting.
Avoid micromanagement by defining which decisions need leader input and which the chief owns.
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Have you ever wondered how transforming intellectual property can propel you from a Prosperous Coach to a thought leader? This episode of 1 Insight offers a goldmine of strategies for coaches aiming to elevate their presence. I'm thrilled to welcome Laurie, a former chief of staff at a Fortune 10 company, who shares invaluable insights from her leadership experiences. With discussions ranging from her celebrated book "Who Has Your Back?" to the forthcoming "Hit the Ground Running" and "The Handshake," Laurie offers a fresh perspective on redefining professional relationships. Together, we explore how the strategic use of intellectual property can attract clients and significantly boost a coach’s impact.
We take an intriguing look into the historical and modern significance of the handshake as a powerful symbol of trust and clear communication. Laurie and I dive into the dynamics of handshake meetings, drawing parallels with marriage vows that must evolve with time. We tackle the common pitfalls of miscommunication, unclear roles, and micromanagement, proposing a framework of core values to guide these evolving agreements. With the introduction of the "Handshake Matrix," we aim to solidify leader-chief partnerships, enabling transformative leadership that leverages the strengths of both parties.
The conversation continues with the development of tools like a scorecard to assess collaboration and communication, turning potential challenges into opportunities for growth. Through this episode, we capture the electrifying energy that comes with embracing new challenges and leading with purpose. It's about channeling this energy into creating meaningful leadership and coaching practices that inspire transformation. Join us to explore how to harness intellectual property and innovative frameworks to become an influential coach and thought leader, capable of making a lasting impact.
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