Dennis Aanenson’s Post

The greatest skill of a person is his ability to grow. The main thing is to find a goal. This is what all leaders have in common. Great leaders have a clear purpose. Purpose becomes the fuel for passion and work ethic. It is these components that give leaders a competitive advantage over those who do not recognize this connection. The best leaders share common goals, communicate values, and align the vision of the organization. Leaders who fail to unite people around these three components wreak havoc on the organization and ultimately fall by the wayside. Great leaders build culture by design, while average leaders let culture evolve on its own.

The greatest skill of a person is his ability to grow. The main thing is to find a goal. This is what all leaders have in common. Great leaders have a clear purpose. Purpose becomes the fuel for passion and work ethic. It is these components that give leaders a competitive advantage over those who do not recognize this connection. The best leaders share common goals, communicate values, and align the organisation's vision. Leaders who fail to unite people around these three components wreak havoc on the organization and ultimately fall by the wayside. Great leaders build culture by design, while average leaders let culture evolve on its own.

Do you want to avoid the Domino Leadership Effect? Here’s what I suggest: -Define a clear vision that’s aligned with your team’s goals. -Build trust by empowering your team to make decisions. -Focus on open communication rather than micromanaging the day to day details. Leaders, let’s aim to inspire rather than impose urgency. Because when we start with trust and purpose, we set up our teams for real, sustainable success.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 5 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 We all rely on assumptions—they help us make quick decisions and navigate the flood of information we encounter daily. But as leaders, these shortcuts come with risks. I learned this firsthand when I let others' opinions shape a key decision, only to realize later that I had overlooked my own instincts and expertise. That experience taught me a valuable lesson about how assumptions can create blind spots. They can limit our ability to see red flags, stifle communication, and ultimately undermine our leadership. In my latest blog post, I share the story of that mistake and dive into five common assumptions that managers make—and how they can derail even the most well-intentioned leaders. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “No one can do this as well as I can,” or “My team doesn’t care as much as I do,” this post is for you. Let’s explore how challenging these assumptions can transform leadership. https://lnkd.in/d_m8ADVi

This week, I'm excited to share a powerful conversation I had with Rick Gardner, MCEC about how to stop the "madness" in organizations as a leader. In many organizations, as things evolve, there's a tendency for leadership to become rigid, trying to predict and control instead of adapting to change. While it's natural to cling to what's familiar in the face of the unknown, this reaction often results in fear-driven leadership and can create a toxic environment. So, how can leaders break free from this cycle and lead differently? Watch the full video to explore the challenges, solutions, and real-life examples of leaders who have successfully navigated this terrain. Let us know your thoughts in the comments! https://lnkd.in/gih7syvd

The greatest skill of a person is his ability to grow. The main thing is to find a goal. This is what all leaders have in common. Great leaders have a clear purpose. Purpose becomes the fuel for passion and work ethic. It is these components that give leaders a competitive advantage over those who do not recognize this connection. The best leaders share common goals, communicate values, and align the vision of the organization. Leaders who fail to unite people around these three components wreak havoc on the organization and ultimately fall by the wayside. Great leaders build culture by design, while average leaders let culture evolve on its own.

The greatest skill of a person is his ability to grow. The main thing is to find a goal. This is what all leaders have in common. Great leaders have a clear purpose. Purpose becomes the fuel for passion and work ethic. It is these components that give leaders a competitive advantage over those who do not recognize this connection. The best leaders share common goals, communicate values, and align the vision of the organization. Leaders who fail to unite people around these three components wreak havoc on the organization and ultimately fall by the wayside. Great leaders build culture by design, while average leaders let culture evolve on its own.

The greatest skill of a person is his ability to grow. The main thing is to find a goal. This is what all leaders have in common. Great leaders have a clear purpose. Purpose becomes the fuel for passion and work ethic. It is these components that give leaders a competitive advantage over those who do not recognize this connection. The best leaders share common goals, communicate values, and align the vision of the organization. Leaders who fail to unite people around these three components wreak havoc on the organization and ultimately fall by the wayside. Great leaders build culture by design, while average leaders let culture evolve on its own.

Our President, Grady Marin, shares powerful insights on the realities of leadership—what it takes to make tough decisions, stay connected, and lead with purpose. Read the full article here. #Leadership #BusinessInsights #DecisionMaking #LeadingWithPurpose #ProfessionalGrowth

Leadership is… Values-driven: Leaders act with self-awareness and in congruence with their personal values and morals to serve a common good. Influential: Leaders don’t need a formal title or position to set a positive example for others. Collaborative: Leaders use their influence with and for others, not unto others. Purposeful: Leaders aim to accomplish a goal and create positive change. Learnable: Leaders understand that leadership is an ongoing process, not a destination.