True leaders don’t create more followers, they create more leaders. The Power of Mentorship in Leadership Development is an undeniable force that empowers aspiring leaders to navigate the complex journey of leadership with confidence and purpose. Mentorship is a guiding light, illuminating the path through the vast sea of opportunities and uncertainties. In leadership, having a mentor is like having a seasoned captain steer the ship through uncharted waters. They provide guidance, wisdom, and insights that help individuals make informed decisions and shape their destinies. Mentorship goes beyond mere advice-giving; it fosters a strong sense of camaraderie and support. A mentor becomes a trusted confidante, providing a safe space for aspiring leaders to share their ideas, concerns, and aspirations. This emotional support is invaluable, especially during times of doubt and uncertainty. One of the most significant impacts of mentorship is its role in bridging knowledge gaps. Mentors pass down their expertise and lessons learned, offering a treasure trove of insights to help aspiring leaders navigate challenges and avoid pitfalls. Mentorship also nurtures a growth mindset, encouraging leaders to embrace continuous learning and development. With the support of a mentor, leaders are more likely to take on new challenges, seek growth opportunities, and adapt to changing circumstances. The symbiotic relationship between mentor and mentee is a powerful driver of success. As aspiring leaders grow and develop, they become mentors to others, paying forward the knowledge and support they receive. This mentorship cycle fosters collaboration and elevates the overall leadership landscape. Mentorship is not just a partnership; it’s a legacy of growth and impact that ripples through generations of leaders, shaping the future of leadership in all areas.
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All companies need to keep tabs on upstart competitors to refine their understanding of the market, to consider new product directions, and to out-maneuver potential rivals.
But tracking young companies can be tough, as some information may not be public. Here are three areas to focus on:
- Who are their investors? Some investors only do angel investing, some prefer early to mid-stage companies, and others only bet on late-stage stars. Investor profiles can indicate where a company is in its cycle.
- Where are their employees located? Do they have a team overseas? Is the workforce operating across many locations virtually? Data about where their people are can help you assess a competitor’s maturity, speed, agility, and burn.
- What are the leadership team’s strengths? Find out where those leaders went to school, where they’ve worked, and whether the CEO has experience starting companies. If the team has worked together before, that can signify maturity.
Adapted from “Keeping Tabs on the Competition as a Start-Up” by Michael Fertik.
If stress is affecting your performance at work or hurting your relationships, change the way you think about it. Seeing stress as a signal instead of a threat can drive positive change. Ask yourself: What’s causing this stress? If it’s your colleagues, take that as a signal to heal valuable relationships and rethink how you interact with others. If you’re overwhelmed from a promotion or new role, take a closer look at why.
Are you struggling with delegating old tasks or accepting new ones? Use this as an opportunity to develop key strategic leadership skills – reach beyond your comfort zone and embrace your new responsibilities. If the stress is simply due to a work crisis, recognize that these happen to everyone, apologize if necessary, and move forward.
Adapted from “Stress Isn’t a Threat, It’s a Signal to Change” by David Brendel.
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Many companies have on-campus recruiting plans, where they focus their sourcing and branding efforts, but being present on campus isn’t enough. To build a brand among college grads, you need to get your story out there. Use language that Millennials relate to, and go where the students are (which is often not at college fairs) – go online. Invest in a visually appealing, easily accessible, content-rich site where students can go to learn about your company. Showcase the right alums, intern experiences, and the basic message you want to deliver.
A good “brand page” should tell the story of your mission, your culture, and why someone should join your team. You can also engage through social media. Look at grads’ specific interests, who they follow, what they’re talking about, etc. Most online communities don’t like being marketed to, so be authentic, bring users value, and be cautious of blatant self-promotion.
Adapted from “How Companies Can Attract the Best College Talent” by Sanjeev Agrawal.
Family businesses are inherently messy. With work and life almost inextricably intertwined, balancing both worlds is challenging – and people can end up feeling exhausted, unappreciated, and stuck in certain problems.
But family businesses can thrive by focusing on a few things:
- Disentangle different relationships. To keep your house in order, create four separate discussion rooms (not silos) for specific interactions: one for business managers, one for the board, one for owners, and one for family members.
- Manage your “crocodile” brain. This is what neuroscientists call gut emotions that affect thought processes and dampen impulse control. Identify and understand the emotional side of business to make rational decisions.
- Develop the next generation. Your role, while central, is temporary. Prepare your children to succeed in your business by challenging them with real jobs, letting them fail, and then helping them up. Accept that they will lead differently.
Adapted from “ How to Thrive While Leading a Family Business” by Josh Baron and Rob Lachenauer
People in teams often think they already know how to work together. But each person probably has a different style of working. In order to define the team culture, you need to establish process goals (how you will work) in addition to task goals (what you will work on). Address what it will feel like to work with the team: Will everyone share responsibilities or will someone assign tasks? Then think about what the relationships will look like, and what you want from them: Will they be social and personal or all business? Will they divide and conquer, or work side-by-side?
Finally, concentrate on what you value: Do we care about speed or accuracy? Risk-taking or compliance? Innovation or building on core strengths? It’s always good to spell out what you’re aiming for so the team’s culture doesn’t evolve by itself in a different direction.
Adapted from the HBR Guide to Leading Teams by Mary Shapiro.
Many managers have a small circle of “usual suspects” that they trust to handle key projects or initiatives. But relying on these key people too often – and constantly piling special assignments onto their regular duties – can wear them out and make their performance suffer. Take a step back and think about how to expand your talent pool to get the results you want and ensure that no one is being stretched too thin.
Map out your committees, task forces, and other special assignment groups to see if you have a “usual suspect” bottleneck. If the same names keep coming up again and again, it’s time to prioritize assignments, consolidate teams, and, most importantly, add other people to your list. Think of other employees who might welcome new assignments. Are there some high potentials who aren’t being fully challenged? Can you find other people to trust outside of your circle?
Adapted from “Good Managers Look Beyond Their ‘Usual Suspects’” by Ron Ashkenas.
Leaders often try to create an open culture, where people feel comfortable speaking up and challenging one another, by saying they’re listening.
But you can go further to demonstrate that your company is a safe place for people to raise issues.
- Praise publicly. Create a safe forum for people to raise questions and concerns, and then laud those who ask them. Public acknowledgment is more about influencing those who hear it than those who receive it.
- Model behavior. You can show that it is safe to speak up by saying the hard things yourself. Raise difficult issues to show they’re not taboo and encourage people to contribute to the conversation.
- Teach communication skills. Don’t just encourage openness. Teach people how to have difficult conversations that involve diffusing tensions, speaking candidly without provoking resistance, and quickly building rapport. These new skills will leave people more confident in speaking up.
Adapted from “4 Ways Leaders Can Create a Candid Culture” by Joseph Grenny.
Leaders often try to create an open culture, where people feel comfortable speaking up and challenging one another, by saying they’re listening.
But you can go further to demonstrate that your company is a safe place for people to raise issues.
- Praise publicly. Create a safe forum for people to raise questions and concerns, and then laud those who ask them. Public acknowledgment is more about influencing those who hear it than those who receive it.
- Model behavior. You can show that it is safe to speak up by saying the hard things yourself. Raise difficult issues to show they’re not taboo and encourage people to contribute to the conversation.
- Teach communication skills. Don’t just encourage openness. Teach people how to have difficult conversations that involve diffusing tensions, speaking candidly without provoking resistance, and quickly building rapport. These new skills will leave people more confident in speaking up.
Adapted from “4 Ways Leaders Can Create a Candid Culture” by Joseph Grenny.
Many managers have a small circle of “usual suspects” that they trust to handle key projects or initiatives. But relying on these key people too often – and constantly piling special assignments onto their regular duties – can wear them out and make their performance suffer. Take a step back and think about how to expand your talent pool to get the results you want and ensure that no one is being stretched too thin.
Map out your committees, task forces, and other special assignment groups to see if you have a “usual suspect” bottleneck. If the same names keep coming up again and again, it’s time to prioritize assignments, consolidate teams, and, most importantly, add other people to your list. Think of other employees who might welcome new assignments. Are there some high potentials who aren’t being fully challenged? Can you find other people to trust outside of your circle?
Adapted from “Good Managers Look Beyond Their ‘Usual Suspects’” by Ron Ashkenas.
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