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It's easy to put our personal and team development on the back burner. There are always urgent tasks and priorities to address. But this short-term thinking can hinder our long-term growth. If we don't invest in our own growth and that of our team, then our teams and businesses will eventually hit a ceiling. After all, we can't grow beyond the level of our leadership (Maxwell's Law of the Lid). So, what are you doing to grow your leadership? Investing in yourself and your team's development is crucial for sustainable growth.

If the CEO of a PE portfolio company lacks strong leadership, operational improvements may not last. Therefore, PE firms are now prioritizing CEO development and leadership effectiveness to boost performance. They are emphasizing recruiting, onboarding, peer learning, succession planning, and performance management as key strategies for value creation.

Quiet quitting is a new term for an old concept- it’s disengagement! It comes in levels- it can be minimal to extreme! The best tool your org has to combat this———-leadership training!!!! Not management training, not systems training, not operational! What are you doing to prepare your leaders (formal and informal) to navigate the messiness of peopling! People are beautifully messy and complex, we bring a ton of stories into our teams! Leaders bring ego and their own stories- this creates one of two things -competitive advantage through high impact teams or toxic culture creep! You pick!!!! As they say “culture eats strategy for breakfast” 3 spots left in the women’s leadership retreat for May and 10 in August

Quiet quitting is a new term for an old concept- it’s disengagement! It comes in levels- it can be minimal to extreme! The best tool your org has to combat this———-leadership training!!!! Not management training, not systems training, not operational! What are you doing to prepare your leaders (formal and informal) to navigate the messiness of peopling! People are beautifully messy and complex, we bring a ton of stories into our teams! Leaders bring ego and their own stories- this creates one of two things -competitive advantage through high impact teams or toxic culture creep! You pick!!!! As they say “culture eats strategy for breakfast” 3 spots left in the women’s leadership retreat for May and 10 in August

Our workshops are meticulously designed to equip participants with the tools and insights needed to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and confidence. Step Up To Leadership Personal Development By instilling a sense of purpose, encouraging self-reflection, and promoting meaningful connections, we are catalyzing profound transformations in the lives of our participants. Step Up To Leadership is not just an organization; it’s a catalyst for positive change, shaping a brighter future for our communities, one young man at a time.

From experience, it might be easy to find talent and passion to working with, but creating an organizational culture and to actually find a skill that fits is super exhausting. Practicing ‘intrapreneurship’ is a risky leap to take, but when it works; Men, it’ll be one of the biggest milestones for that organization. -Weekend leadership thoughts-

All of my marketing friends will tell me this is bad timing.. lol Nevertheless here I am! In the midst of the Christmas frenzy I'm reminded that a brand new year is approaching and fast. To our leaders, trailblazers, changemakers, decision makers I encourage you to consider the incredible impact you can make on your team's journey by giving them the gift of leadership. Investing in your team's professional development is not just a gesture; it's a catalyst for positive change, sparking growth, and fostering a culture of empowerment within your organization. There are lots of ways to contribute to their professional growth including a connection to Professional Women's Network (PWN) Supporting your team's development will: Kick Off 2024 with a Meaningful Gesture: Consider starting the new year on a high note by gifting a PWN membership to a member (or two) of your team. A PWN membership is more than just access to programs and events; it's an investment in leadership skills, personal growth, and a network of like-minded professionals. Boost Morale: When you invest in your team's growth, you're sending a powerful message—you believe in their potential and are committed to their success. This boost in morale transcends into a more engaged, motivated, and enthusiastic workforce. Enhance Employee Retention: A team that feels invested in is a team that stays. Providing opportunities for professional development shows your commitment to your employees' long-term success, which in turn contributes to higher employee satisfaction and retention rates. Here's to a 2024 filled with connections, engagement and inspiring experiences.

Is the path to leadership possibly through the boardroom? In a world where the corporate landscape is rapidly evolving, it's becoming increasingly clear that traditional routes to leadership positions are being redefined. Outside corporate board roles are starting to be an opportunity for high performing executives and rising stars to learn additional skills, build strong networks, and develop themselves externally. And for the first time, businesses are sponsoring board-readiness programs for their best talent as a way to motivate, develop and prepare them for future responsibilities. How do you see your path to leadership unfolding? Let's cultivate a discussion around the diverse journeys to influential roles in today's evolving business ecosystem and if board service is right for you.

💡 The workforce today is made up of 5 different generations meaning... 💡 🚨 Having a STRONG BUSINESS CULTURE has never been more important! The best places to work are the result of a strong business culture, a key thought leadership topic over the last few years. Additional changes in the workforce that have also changed companies in various ways include COVID-19 and an increase in work-from-home. Becoming a Best Place to Work: An Action Plan for Leadership was designed for these lean businesses, to give them straightforward tools and processes for immediate AND long-term business results. >> Because we all have a business culture. The question is whether it is making us or breaking us. Learn more at the FREE Overview on February 14th and register at: https://lnkd.in/gvndyNmp