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Strengthening Alignment: Getting on the Same Page
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Getting a group of people aligned and moving forward in the same direction can be challenging, if not downright impossible. If you’re seeking better alignment for your team, here are some time-proven suggestions for getting on the same page. |
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I think we’ve all experienced situations when getting a group of people aligned and moving forward in the same direction has been challenging, if not downright impossible. ‘Like herding cats’ is the expression you might commonly hear.
Whether this group is colleagues at your workplace, other parents on the school advisory council or members of an organization’s board of directors, realizing alignment requires some basic elements to be in place to ensure success.
I’ve experienced this, many times, first hand. Just this past week, while meeting with my colleagues on the board of a charitable foundation, there was disagreement regarding a specific issue related to liability insurance. While the discussion appeared, on the surface, to be about the type and level of coverage – as I watched and listened, it was obvious this was.... (cont'd) |
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Around The Web: Noteworthy News & Research
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The Cure for the Loneliness of Command
The phrase “it’s lonely at the top” sounds cliché, but for many top executives, it is a harsh reality. A CEO’s responsibilities tend to come with sleepless nights and constant worry about having made the right decisions. In the absence of a support system, burnout becomes a real threat. Many C-suite executives make every effort to keep up a hero façade which just compounds the pressure. This article highlights the key warning signs of isolation and what C-suite executives can do to cope with loneliness.
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