Create a Vision With Staying Power – Part 2
There are three elements of a compelling vision. In my last blog post, I discussed the first element – having a significant purpose. The second element of a compelling vision is a clear picture of the...
View ArticleTo Create an Enduring Vision, Values Must Support Purpose
“Vision is a clearly articulated, results-oriented picture of a future you intend to create. It is a dream with direction.” In short, vision is a combination of three basic elements: 1) a significant...
View ArticleHow to Keep Your Team Goals on Track
“It was so much easier this year to set our team goals, now that we have a shared vision,” Chris remarked, reflecting on the visioning process they had recently completed. “We are way ahead of the...
View ArticlePrepare for Creative Tension or It May Cloud Your Vision
The team was excited and energized. They had created a vision that would lead to the breakthrough they had been looking for. They set goals and identified next steps, roles and communications. They had...
View ArticleMy Leadership Lessons as Executive Director
Today begins my last week as executive director of the Berrett-Koehler Foundation. This is the second time I’ve done this with an organization—served as executive director during the startup phase—and...
View ArticleThe Two Faces of Leadership
There are two faces of leadership. One face looks forward – because leadership is about going somewhere. That face of leadership focuses on questions like: 1. Where are we going? 2. Why? What is the...
View ArticleVision and Execution Are Not Sequential
One of the biggest mistakes leaders make is moving from vision to execution as though it’s a linear process. The widely held assumption is they are two ends of a spectrum: Vision is about planning....
View ArticleFocus on your vision AND your current reality
Some people focus only on current realities and what’s needed to solve today’s problems. They are primarily concerned about their next steps, looking down at where to place their feet. They move from...
View ArticleHow to Involve Your Team in Creating Vision and Strategy
One of the biggest mistakes leaders make is thinking they are supposed to have all the answers, especially when it comes to vision. There is a natural desire to look like you are smart and know what...
View ArticleTest Your Vision: A Resource for Leaders
Leaders lose credibility when they put out a vision statement that is boring or turns people off. Use this vision test to make sure your vision is not simply a wall decoration. The post Test Your...
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