| I recently read a short article that addressed 5 interesting metrics to measure as you build your leadership skills. The author, Verne Harnish, who wrote the book “Scaling Up” has these key measures that will help you grow the impact of your leadership. 1. Just say “No”. Initially when a business owner is starting out, it pays to say “yes” to a lot of opportunities to network and gain experiences. However, as you get clear on your strategy, Verne recommends turning this upside down and aim for a ratio of 20-to-1 “No”. Why? So you can get laser focused on getting to the results that you want. 2. Spend time with other leaders. Develop a “meet and greet” strategy with other influencers in your industry. Set a goal of how many coffees, breakfasts or lunches to have so that you will gain knowledge from other leaders in your field. 3. Put the highest priorities first. Spend uninterrupted time “in the flow” for at least 90 minutes a day. Put this on the calendar for every day. If you don’t focus on your high priority items, they will not get done. 4. Use a sounding board. Get input from lots of other brains that can help propel your company forward. Get a brain trust or advisory team who have experience and wisdom that you want to obtain. 5. Make space for thinking. Spend time thinking to let your best ideas incubate. Even Ben Franklin spent time devoted to learning each day. Reading and thinking are a must for a leader. As it’s been said “leaders are readers.” Measure these leadership metrics on a regular basis and you’ll give yourself a chance to take your leadership skills to the next level. Here’s to becoming great leaders! Mike |
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