Our Corporate Life
March 22, 2011   •   Volume 2, Issue 6   •   ISSN: 2154-3240    
In This Issue
♦  Feature Article: Leadership Presence
Ask Amanda: I don't believe work/life balance is possible for me unless I change jobs-but I like my job! Any ideas?
♦   Practical Tips: Be Flexible
 
Leadership Presence

Regardless of whether you are technically a “leader” in your organization, consciously developing your leadership presence will benefit you and position you well for opportunities.

Because there is so much emphasis on quantifiable results, it is easy to get caught up in constantly “doing.” Managers, especially high achievers who have been rewarded for their excellent task-related skills, are especially vulnerable to this type of thinking. But as a manager, you are no longer being evaluated on the relatively objective measure of your personal skills; you are now being judged on how others perceive your ability to influence and manage.

It’s rare that an executive has consciously decided what type of leader they want to be, and rarer still for executives to have determined how they will become that leader.
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Thought to Ponder

Maintain a good work/fun ratio.

  
Practical Tips: Be Flexible

As experienced executives we’re trained to rely on what has worked in the past. Undoubtedly you’ve heard the maxim, “Why mess with success?” While there’s something to be said for not reinventing the wheel (and using clichés constantly!), clinging to the tried and true can limit your effectiveness. Consider making a shift in how you do business to eliminate boredom and polish your skills.

Include Other Voices
Add the perspectives of others to your work. Consciously seek out others with disparate points of view—have a conversation with them about a work issue or invite them to sit in on a meeting. A fresh approach to your projects can yield interesting results.
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 ask Amanda
Question:

I don't believe work/life balance is possible for me unless I change jobs—but I like my job! Any ideas? M.R., Santa Monica, CA

Amanda Mitchell
Answer:

When I hear “work/life balance,” the first thing I wonder about is the timeframe you’re using as your reference point. Is this related to a specific time period —maybe the busy time of year for your industry or a natural part of a project lifecycle where there are many demands for your attention? Or is this perceived lack of balance consistently a part of your daily work life?
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