Learn how to measure your progress as a leader, the importance of work-life balance, and the role of feedback in leadership development. Discover strategies for effective leadership, creating a thriving work environment, and finding guidance from mentors and coaches.
Having a clear and inspiring vision is crucial for leaders to make informed decisions, choose the right path, and hire the right people who align with the company's purpose and goals.
Creating a culture of open communication and feedback exchange is essential for leaders to improve, make necessary adjustments, and foster a culture of continuous learning and development.
Deep dives
Having a Clear, Consistent, and Inspiring Vision
A fundamental lantern for leaders is having a clear and inspiring vision for their company and the goals they want to achieve. While many leaders may operate day-to-day or follow market trends, having a vision sets the right direction. It allows leaders to make informed decisions, choose the right path, and hire the right people who align with the company's purpose and goals.
Balance and Empowerment
Another essential lantern for leaders is finding a work-life harmony and empowering their team. Leaders need to shift from being the chief doer to the chief builder and delegate responsibilities. It's important to define clear roles and accountabilities for team members, empower them to make decisions, and trust in their capabilities. By achieving this balance and building a strong team, leaders can avoid overworking themselves and foster a more sustainable and fulfilling work environment.
Feedback and Growth
Giving and receiving feedback is a critical lantern for leaders. It is necessary to create a culture of open communication and support where constructive feedback can be exchanged. Leaders should schedule regular one-on-one meetings with team members, provide clear feedback on performance and growth areas, and be open to receiving feedback themselves. Embracing feedback helps leaders and their teams improve, make necessary adjustments, and foster a culture of continuous learning and development.
How do you know when you're making progress in your growth as a leader?
Despite leadership being a “softer” skill set than, say, engineering or data science, there are still measurable signposts you can use to see how far you’ve come and where you may still have room for development.
In this episode you will discover:
What overworking means about your leadership and how to fix it, both for your own well-being and the health of your team
How to know if your vision is strong enough to motivate people, and how to make yours more clear and compelling
The role of feedback—both giving and receiving it—in your development as a leader and how to get better at both
Your personal source of confidence and how to tap into it when you’re feeling shaky about a decision or task on your plate