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If you work at a startup, you probably don't have a career path. - Flat org structure - First time managers - No leadership training - No formal criteria to get promos Nobody has a "path" for you. It's on you to take control... - Advocate for what you want - Be clear about your expectations - Ask for feedback as much as possible - Use every opportunity to deliver value - Hold your employer accountable to your plan Your manager is there to help you. Your job is to let them know where you want to go.

The success of your career as a leader really comes down to 2 foundational things: 🌿 How well you can lead people 🎯 How well you can hire people But how much training are people receiving on hiring compared to leadership? How many books are out there on leadership compared to hiring? I know this is breaking it down into it's most simplistic form, and there are a million other variables that can make you successful as a leader but without the right people there is a 0% chance you will be able to bring your vision to life! This is why it's so important for any current (or aspiring) leaders to make sure they get their hiring process nailed... --------- Has anyone else ever felt frustrated knowing they have so much to offer when it comes to leading people, but just can't find the right people to actually implement their ideas?

Looking for a leadership development program that can actually help you get promoted into your first leadership role? And no I don't mean: ❌ Getting involved in office politics ❌Being told there is only one way to do things ❌Trying to change who you are to be more accepted HERE’S HOW: I’m talking about helping you to grow into a leadership position, faster. But don’t be fooled by what’s the “norm” You CANNOT just do great work and hope it will be noticed and you’ll get promoted. That’s not how this works. Why should you listen to what I have to say, though?! Well, I’ve been leading teams for over 12 years, living it every day. Allllllllll because I doubled down on building relationships which helped me grow even faster after my first promotion. That is one piece of the overall pie. It’s soft skill development and it is not taught well in the workplace (or at all). I've got a self-paced version of the Future Leaders Program and I'm currently giving away free access to the first section so you can see if the program is a right fit for you. Want the link?

Good morning and happy Friday! I recently completed the "Leading L&D" program through the Josh Bersin Academy, and it got me thinking: For those of us in Learning, Leadership, or Organizational Development, we often talk about up-skilling and driving career progression for our clients, our internal customers, or our supported sectors & departments. Helping to navigate the "road map" that is an individual's career path is a large part of what we do. We should remember, however, to look at our own journey from time to time. What does YOUR career path look like? What's your destination, and what steps are you taking to get there? For me, it's simple: I love being a part of that process for so many, both in uniform and in the office. Continuing to grow, taking leadership lessons from my military career and applying them to People Services, I'm going to build and lead a team with that same drive and focus, to help make each individual the best version of themselves that they can be. What does the road map look like for you?

Moving from individual contributor to leader was a very difficult transition for me. Once I shifted my view of my role and the value I was adding, it became clearer and easier. I enjoyed leadership, but it may not be the career path for everyone. Here is a really quick read that gives you insight into how to think about whether leadership is right for you. #effectiveleadership #valuesalignment #meaningfulwork

Nowadays, leadership is a hot topic. It's obvious that today's employees are different than generations past. Today's employees want more than just job security, a steady paycheck and benefits. They know they have options when it comes to their employment. If culture or leadership isn't satisfactory, people have no problem jumping ship and finding opportunities elsewhere. So, leadership matters. Thus, figuring out your leadership style is more important than ever before. Here are some of the best leadership styles I've seen as an executive coach and former chief operating officer. https://lnkd.in/gk6dBUn7

Nowadays, leadership is a hot topic. It's obvious that today's employees are different than generations past. Today's employees want more than just job security, a steady paycheck and benefits. They know they have options when it comes to their employment. If culture or leadership isn't satisfactory, people have no problem jumping ship and finding opportunities elsewhere. So, leadership matters. Thus, figuring out your leadership style is more important than ever before. Here are some of the best leadership styles I've seen as an executive coach and former chief operating officer. https://lnkd.in/gk6dBUn7

Leadership roles come with prestige and better pay, but as research on the hedonic treadmill makes clear, you will adapt to the additional pay and the title fairly quickly. #kickstartyourtransition #careerpivot #leadership #worklifebalance #management

It's counterproductive to be meticulous in building your brand and product without demonstrating the same level of meticulousness in your hiring. Your sweet spot is an excellent brand and product being produced and distributed by excellent employees. Are your hiring practices a true reflection of the excellence you require across your organization? The hiring process should be just as well-defined as your methods of production and distribution. ------ As a business and leadership coach - I help you enhance your hiring strategy. Our objective is to fill your organization with top talent. Let's have a conversation about your current hiring strategy to identify potential areas of improvement. Book a call here: https://lnkd.in/gvB4YcX2