I just came out of a meeting with a CEO who resigned after two years, having made significant inroads in lowering debt, growing revenue and building a strategy for even greater growth in 2014.
He outlined to me in great depth how he
struggled with getting the board to advocate for him, to listen to his ideas
and support his initiatives.
I have worked with Bob for three years,
observing his high energy and probably too much passion for his ideas. But I
also heard: "It is the Board's fault..."
He was not focused in getting to know his
board members, what their strong suits and passions are, what their
expectations are in their board role, etc.
What he needed was a mirror to identify how he is
perceived...as all CEO's need. With this knowledge he could have found better ways to genuinely
connect with board members and be understood.
We all can benefit from being more aware of
how we are perceived.
" Read" others on how they are reacting to your
suggestions, ideas and challenges. Better yet, ask your management or board,
how you can better play in the same sandbox.
It is important to your effectiveness and perhaps your career!
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