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Many people seemed to enjoy my last post talking about how to use an external lens to deal with the political jungle some of us live in. I was struck by how people resonated with real struggles that others have as they navigate the problems and challenges of organizational life.    A few weeks ago I had the privilege of teaching my two-day Executive Education class: Transforming Your Leadership Strategy. It was a wonderful class filled with executives (see photo) working hard to develop themselves, their teams, and their units. Their collective work was very impressive. And, since I wanted to continue the theme of writing about real organizational struggles, I asked the participants to write up a challenge/problem that they were facing and how the class had helped them to get closer to a solution.   Using their responses I dedicated my next posts to writing more about the struggles that they and others are confronting now. The three top challenges that people wrote about were: not knowing their own leadership signatures, not being able to push into action once a change was identified, and providing a vision and story to motivate change. My next video series will tackle the first challenge: discovering your leadership signature.   While that work is in process, however, I would like to hear from you about your biggest work challenges. Many thanks in advance. 

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Was a 6 hour drive through the night worth it to attend Dr. Virgil Grant Rising Tide Leadership workshops? 100% what an amazing experience. Virgil’s ability to break down complex leadership concepts into actionable insights never ceases to amaze me. His recent session focused on the 5 Gears of Leadership. It made me realize how important it is to be intentional about what “gear” I’m running in at any given moment. Here are some highlights from the workshop that have had me reflecting: Fifth Gear: Focus Mode – It’s all about being in the zone. Maximum productivity, no interruptions. When I’m here, I’m unstoppable. Fourth Gear: Task Mode – Multitasking can seem efficient, but how often are we running ourselves ragged? Third Gear: Social Mode – Dinner, after work, or golf course chats—this is where genuine connections are made. Second Gear: Connect Mode – True, deep conversations and active listening. This is the gear that builds trust. First Gear: Recharge Mode – From exercise to a good movie, knowing how to recharge is vital for sustainable leadership. Virgil challenged us to take an honest inventory of how we’re showing up in these areas and how they impact our relationships, both professionally and personally. One key takeaway for me? Being present matters. Whether I’m in a meeting or with family, the way I show up makes all the difference. I can’t recommend Virgil’s leadership workshops enough. His next session is on November 13th, and I’m already looking forward to deepening my leadership journey. Are you intentional about what gear you’re operating in today? If you want to sharpen your leadership tools, show up at the next workshop.

❓What needs mending in your leadership? Leadership can often be a lonely road. It doesn’t come with a manual and we often find ourselves not knowing whether we are “doing it right.” ➡️ Leaders are expected to “have the answers”, to “lead the way” and can often feel the weight of it all, finding themselves in an impossible place of indecision and trepidation., and inevitable exhaustion. Add to that the expectations of others & it can feel like A LOT. How can leaders begin to dream into new possibilities for themselves?❓ ➡️ It starts with the Mending Process. It starts by mending our relationship with our own leadership by entering into a process of Self Repair... one in which we see all parts of ourselves clearly, with compassion and care, and then allow ourselves to move from “what is” to “what could be....” We’re in a critical time where we need leaders to undergo their own mending process so that they can fully see themselves & be able to fully see others. Join me at my next workshop: Mending Our Relationship with Leadership 🗓️ Thursday June 27 12 PM PST / 1 MST / 2 CST / 3 EST 💫Free workshop I’ll provide some strategies that you can lean into to able to: 1️⃣ Make sense of what you are feeling & going through, you aren’t alone in all of this! 2️⃣ Begin to ease up these burdens by adopting just a few things you can do today to begin the mending. REGISTER: https://lnkd.in/gQXEgGjj 🙏🏽 Please help me reshare & help reach others who may need this.

Just wrapped up a fantastic week leading this talented group of global professionals through MCE - Management Centre Europe's ‘Getting Results without Authority’ course in Amsterdam! It was a pleasure to work with these future leaders to enhance their leadership—showing them that you don’t need a formal title to make a real impact! 💪 My participants were absolutely stellar, and I walked away with some fresh insights myself! A few key takeaways... 1️⃣ Personal Power: We all bring unique value to any scenario. Recognising this, and exchanging what we have to offer is crucial. 2️⃣ Communication Styles: Being self-aware and flexing our communication style to match others is essential to persuade effectively.   3️⃣ Win-Win Mindset: Influence isn’t just about getting our way; it’s about creating mutual value for everyone involved. 🤝  ✨ The Silver Lining: It’s not just about having great ideas—it’s about making them heard and persuading to get real results! Want to level-up your leadership or take your team’s capabilities to the next level? Reach out to learn more... #Leadership #Influence #TeamDevelopment #Learning #LeadershipDevelopment #Empowerment #SilverLining

Last week, we received a bold request from one of our executive M&A clients: develop an intensive leadership training for their executive team. Think of it as Leadership 2.0. The hard-hitting skills that the average industry training program doesn't provide. The unfiltered, raw, real leadership lessons that drive true success. Our client came to us because they were tired of the same old leadership fluff. They didn't want recycled theories or feel-good exercises. They wanted real results. They needed a program that could handle the brutal realities of M&A—a world where decisions are made in the blink of an eye, and hesitation can cost millions. So we rolled up our sleeves and got to work. We dissected their challenges, understanding the pressures their executives face daily. We crafted a no-nonsense program, cutting through the BS to deliver exactly what they needed. No sugarcoating, no fluff—just practical, actionable strategies that work in the real world. We focused on strategic planning, effective communication up and down the chain of command, and making decisive moves even when the ground is shifting beneath your feet. This was about instilling a mindset of relentless accountability and disciplined execution. And we didn't stop there. We integrated feedback loops and action items to ensure continuous improvement. We made sure every lesson was grounded in the realities of M&A, tailored to their specific needs and goals. Our client-first approach meant we delivered not just what they wanted, but what they truly needed. The best part?

I get to deliver it one on one to a pack of true business sharks this morning. No BS. Zero fluff. Just unfiltered, raw leadership that drives real success. Let’s GO!

🔥 STARTS NEXT MONDAY 🔥 WHO WANTS TO UPSKILL IN LEADERSHIP for FREE? 🏆🥇↗️❓ The FREE 5 DAY Leadership Skills Accelerator Challenge is back again.... Welcome to our Leadership Skills Accelerator Challenge! Register now for FREE- https://lnkd.in/dwksndJc This free online event is designed to help you boost and enhance your Leadership and Human Skills in a fun, engaging and interactive way. Join us for a whole week for a series of 1 hour daily engaging workshops, packed with tips, hints, strategies and frameworks that will take your Leadership to the next level. Each day you will discover another Strategy to accelerate your Leadership and Human Interaction skills. You will be given a daily challenge to go away and implement that strategy. Each day, we will unpack how you went with it. Each day, you will discover how the each strategy layers and intertwines with the others and how the jigsaw comes together. The only thing you need to do is to make the commitment to attend each and every day for the 5 days from 6.30pm - 7.30pm (AEST) between 2nd and 6th December. If you attend each daily workshop, you will be given the link to join the next workshop, if you miss one, the challenge will be over for you. I am totally 100% committed to making this a success for you... In return I only want committed and dedicated people who are ready to accelerate their Leadership skills and develop their Leadership skills toolbox. Is that you? Don't miss this chance to accelerate your leadership journey. Register now and get ready to level up! https://lnkd.in/dwksndJc Or scan the QR code. I look forward to meeting you in the challenge. Steve Barker

What are your leadership pain points? I asked this question to a group of directors and they were confused. They didn't really understand what I meant. They paused and said; "We have supply chain issues", "We have a patent problem", "The EBITA target means we have to cut costs" "What about your leadership issues?" I said "What is it about your leadership that is a hinder to these business problems? What is it about your leadership that is enabling success?" and suddenly they had a lot to say about other leaders........ Leaders are humans which means we have behaviours that can hinder or enable a team and an organization to be successful. Yet, we so often fail to focus on ourselves and how we might need to adapt. We are so busy dealing with what is in front of us; fire-fighting and dealing with the next crisis Leaving limited time to reflect on how we are leading? When was the last time you had time to stop and think about what works and doesn't work? I met a leader this week and as she was telling me about her insights and learning, I had to stop and ask her; "Do you reflect?" "Yes" she said, "I keep a journal and reflect at the end of each day". It was obvious that she was adjusting her leadership to meet the needs of her people and the business because she is working on her leadership and she has been a leader for many years. She was so self aware because she reflected and continued to gain feedback on her leadership. If you are struggling to go beyond fire fighting and seem stuck in the daily operations, perhaps you could start by reflecting on your leadership? Consider how you are impacting your people Why not start with 15 minutes reflection and see what happens? What do you notice? #CEO #CHRO #Humancentricleadership ✔ Useful? Then follow me for more insights on human centric leadership.

Are you challenged by the politics and difficult group dynamics in your organization? Do you struggle to understand your organization as a system? Are you unsure about who you are or want to be as a leader? Many emerging leaders face the pressure of new responsibilities, navigating office politics, and managing team dynamics. These challenges can create stress, self-doubt, and confusion about your leadership identity and style. Imagine transforming these struggles into strengths—building confidence, harnessing group dynamics, and defining a clear, effective leadership approach. The Emerging Leaders Program helps you achieve these outcomes, providing the tools and insights needed for lasting success. The Emerging Leaders Program is for: ·     newly promoted leaders or aspiring leaders ·     informal leaders in a position to influence others ·     experienced leaders who wants to develop a conceptual framework of leadership and better define their own leadership approach Does this describe you? DM me here to set up a free discovery call to see if this program is for you.

Lessons in leadership....what's the worst lesson in leadership or leadership advice you've ever gotten?   When I was a social worker, one of my senior managers asked where I saw my career path and I shared that I wanted to progress to a Head of Service. She laughed and said she didn't know about that, but thought I'd be a great PA for her as I was so organised. It knocked my confidence at the time but taught me a valuable lesson in what not to do as a leader.   Leaders should help others see their potential and support them to find opportunities for growth in order to reach that potential instead of stomping on someone's dreams and putting them in a box.   So what about you...what's the worst lesson in leadership or leadership advice you've ever gotten?   ________________________________________________________________   Over the next few months I'll be releasing leadership masterclasses that will help you lean in to leading with confidence, authenticity, care and connection. I'll share my own experiences of leading, what I've learned from those experiences over the years and how it shaped my leadership as well as giving you all space to also share and learn from others. So look out for more details to come!   Tickets will be limited, so if you want to get on the early bird list for tickets DM me, leave your email below or email me at hello@beckyhaasch.com