The Two Most Common Failures of Leadership
What are the two most common failures of leadership that I come across?
- Failure to consistently set clear, measurable goals.
- Failure to follow-up and follow through on goals, promises, and expectations.
Of course there are plenty of other issues. You may find it interesting that I also often talk with leaders who do these two things well yet struggle in other areas, but their companies are growing.
This is part of the reason why Systematic Leadership is the first strand of 3strands LEADERSHIP. Systematically defining clear, measurable goals plus following up and following through help free your people to do their best.
Do you have clear, measurable goals? Are you on track to achieve them? When is the last time you looked at them?
How well do you follow-up on goals your people are pursuing (not micromanagement, but a 3strands process)? How well do you follow-up and follow-through on your other commitments?
These are important skills to develop. Consider piloting new behaviors if you are struggling in either area, or consider contacting me if you need help.
It is Monday. ACCOUNTABILITY TIME!
- Did you take Sanctuary time over the weekend to improve your focus?
- How did you do on your 3Strands last week?
- Have you defined your 3Strands for this week?
- By 9:00 a.m. this morning you should have 3Strands emails from each of your direct reports.
Stay on track.
