When researchers survey business leaders on their opinions about why an M&A initiative has failed, often they flag implementation as the primary cause of problems. Blaming implementation rather than looking at the acquisition strategy, however, looks at effect – not cause. The reasons for failure may show up during the implementation stage, and people willRead more
Specifically, what does executive leadership require? Executive leadership builds on the traits and behaviors that you needed when you walked in on your shiny new first day: good decision making, results orientation, leadership talent, and people skills. However, with each rung on the leadership ladder, the manifestation of those traits and behaviors becomes more complicated.Read more
“Leadership is lifting a person’s vision to higher sights, the raising of a person’s performance to a higher standard, the building of a personality beyond its normal limitations.” – Peter Drucker Ladies and gentlemen, the captain has turned on the seat belt sign. Please return to your seats and make sure your seatbelt is fastenedRead more
Most people prefer an IRS audit or root canal to a change in their software. Some of these same people like change when they choose it. In fact, they see excitement in the challenges and opportunities that come with a change they select.Read more
People don’t fear change; they fear the unknown. As a senior leader, shining the flashlight into the darkness so others can see their way through the transition will define a prominent and recurring role for you—that of change agent. During turbulent times, those around you will count on you to present a confident, self-assured demeanor.Read more
