The Reboot Podcast Reboot Extras #4: 360 Reviews with Fred Wilson & Jerry Colonna
Oct 20, 2016
Fred Wilson, a seasoned venture capitalist, joins Jerry Colonna to delve into the transformative power of 360 reviews. They discuss how these reviews can enhance board-CEO relationships by providing critical insights into leadership behaviors. Fred highlights the necessity of honest feedback for personal and organizational growth, especially in uncovering blind spots. The conversation emphasizes a holistic approach to leadership evaluation, advocating for the integration of diverse feedback to foster transparency and accountability in management.
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360s Reveal Behavioral Impact
- 360 reviews let leaders hear how their behavior impacts colleagues across the company.
- Paired with coaching, they turn raw feedback into actionable change.
Superpower: Walk In An Employee's Shoes
- Fred imagines a superpower: living a company employee's life to see reality up close.
- He uses this image to explain why board members miss critical day-to-day truths.
Boards Need Grounded CEO Feedback
- Boards cannot rely solely on boardroom interactions to judge CEO performance.
- A 360 grounds board assessments in broader company reality and reduces mistaken judgments.