The question was raised recently about what makes the difference between a High Potential Team and a High Performance Team. Specifically, is there a Critical “X” Factor that takes a team from High Potential to High Performance? Or is it only a team’s functional process that makes the difference?
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Years ago one of the consultants I most admire, Steve Buchholz, author of Creating the High Performance Team, introduced the concept of “patient urgency” as an attitude that would benefit high performing teams. He taught that teams must convey a sense of urgency and yet be patient as well so as not to prematurely derail [...]
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Is anyone else being driven batty by the confusing use of the two words “capability” and “competency?” Are they different or are they interchangeable? And, is it important?
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David Allen has an insightful podcast titled: “Getting Things Done.” This is a great introduction to David Allen himself, and to his book, Making It All Work. It’s about an hour long, but well worth the listen. Very motivating!
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There is a virulent strain of virus going around these days called the “Somehow…” virus. It is affecting individuals, teams, and entire firms without regard to size, location, industry, or performance.
Something has caught my attention lately. In the midst of action planning during a strategic planning workshop I heard, loud and clear, “Well, OK, I’ll [...]
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This Is It!
This is Leadership Lookout — designed and written with the busy executive in mind. On these pages, in these posts, in links, and in thoughtful comments, you will find ideas and resources for staying at the top of your game. We will sift through the many resources that are out there, and highlight [...]
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