Understanding Your Role as a Leader ⭐

Understanding Your Role As a Leader ⭐

There are many different ways to lead in business. The following essays will help you understand these roles, and how to survive the ups and downs they can bring.

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Seeing the present as it really is requires careful observation, deep thought, and a Shaolin monk-like level of clarity. This is why great CEOs sometimes benefit from distancing themselves from day-to-day operations, and seeking diverse opinions to broaden their perspective.

Learn 3 things CEOs shouldn't delegate (6 mins)…

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Is my co-founder a psychopath? Differences in co-founder management style are magnified by a growing team and your partner’s flaws are suddenly all too apparent. They’re a control freak, unfocused, too mean, too soft, stressed out . . . You catch yourself wondering, ’Do we need to visit a couples’ therapist?’

Learn about CEO issues by company stage (7 mins)…

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Have you ever noticed that it’s easier to resist junk food and alcohol after going to the gym? Physical exercise focuses your mind and increases your willpower. I’ve noticed that this doesn’t just apply to decisions about food and drink; exercise makes it easier to say ‘no’ to other non-essential things that you might otherwise say ‘yes’ to out of guilt.

Learn 7 ways to look after yourself (6 mins)…

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Adopt the question reflex. When you feel someone is wrong or doesn’t understand, get curious and start by asking questions. Think of this as ‘assertive listening’, where you commit to hearing what others have to say.

Learn how to manage over-assertiveness (5 mins)…

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The strongest-performing founders don’t rely solely on their notebook — and their personal willpower — to keep themselves accountable. They set up systems of accountability that guarantee clarification of important issues early, that enable them to plan effectively, and that help them to act quickly.

Learn to how to speed up your own execution (4 mins)…

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It takes courage to show our deepest feelings and needs. It’s a risk to admit that we don’t have all the answers, that we’re imperfect. But ultimately, it’s our courage, not our invincibility, that inspires others to follow us.

Learn how to use the Call to Courage (4 mins)…

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Best wishes,
Dave

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