The Doing Side of Leadership in our Down Economy

This article is a continuation of how we each might lead when faced with the adversity in our recent economic environment. We previously looked at the thinking side of our response, and then in depth at EQ, emotional intelligence, to do so. We will now examine actions we might take as a result.

If we have objectively and positively evaluated what we've seen and experienced, the decisions we make, the actions we choose to take, will be the most effective. We will have used our positive EQ.

Most good choices begin with a good foundation. These can be aggressive or conservative, obvious or counter-intuitive, fostering change or maintaining the status quo. There is room for all of these at any given time; accordingly, the alternatives must be well thought out through a good process.

Let's take a look at what the components of a good process might be:
1) Collaborative - synergy through playing off each other
2) Objective - using facts & data to see clearly
3) Diverse - respecting each other's point of view
4) Toward our collective strengths
5) Away from our collective weaknesses
6) Supportive of our Strategic Plan

Within this framework let's list some categories of ideas of what can be done with our foundation:

Aggressive

Conservative

Obvious

Counter-intuitive

Fostering Change

Maintaining the Status Quo


So as to add as much value as possible to your organization, in the next article, ideas will be listed under each area. In this way, you can analyze not only what you're considering doing, but also in what area it may fall. Hopefully this can be at least a discussion point among your people and you.