Goal setting, as Lisa and I define it, relies on crafting a plan, then executing it. Along the way, we have to make adjustments while remaining patient enough to be comfortable not knowing every step necessary. This is all part of the quest to be high performers.
Lisa and I are regularly asked, “What should I do?”
Rather than blurt out some pithy bit of wisdom, we both are prone to ask questions to help the questioner figure it out themselves. After all, it’s their life, their circumstance, and they better know the nuances. But a recent encounter Lisa had prompted today’s conversation about the responsibility we have as leaders to provide direction for our team. We explored the idea and settled on what we believe is a crucial focus…
Defining the promise of your leadership
We focus on these three questions:
What’s your primary objective as a leader?
What do you most want to accomplish as a leader?
What will you deliver as a leader?
Today, we conclude our conversation with part two.
Are you a U.S. Municipal HR DIRECTOR interested in surrounding yourself with peers who are willing and anxious to serve each other?
This is a unique opportunity to grow you, strengthen service to your city and its leadership, and create high(er) performing teams.
If you are a CITY MANAGER who believes your HR DIRECTOR might benefit from this experience and you’re happy to invest in their growth, please forward this to them. This is a 100% virtual and online group, making it convenient for all participants.
NOW FORMING THE 4TH (and final) Municipal HR Director COHORT to be launched in July 2025. 4 spots remaining open! Cohorts #2 and #3 in Texas were finalized a few weeks ago and consist of no more than five directors and me.
Our podcast, Growgreat.com – A City Government Leadership Podcast, has listeners in many states, including Texas. Interest outside the state of Texas has surfaced, so I’ve decided to open this final HR Cohort to other states.
Completing the application does not obligate you, but it will prompt us to schedule a 30-minute Zoom conversation to determine if this opportunity aligns with your interests and needs.
Lisa got a text that prompted a conversation about what to do when failure appears to be the only option. Most of us have experienced situations and circumstances – sometimes beyond our control – that give us pause, making us wonder if there’s any way forward. Lisa and I discuss this, hoping to encourage you to figure out the answer to the question.
