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JANUARY 7, 2013

“It was so much easier this year to set our team goals, now that we have a shared vision,” Chris remarked, reflecting on the visioning process they had recently completed. “We Are team members dependent on each other in order to accomplish certain goals? Do any of the goals depend on a team effort? Was he right?

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JANUARY 6, 2015

Although January is typically the time of year when we turn to goal setting, too often, it is a waste of time. How many times have you achieved all of your yearly goals? The problem is not with goals. Goals provide focus, create momentum and help us stay on track. Start with your current goals. Let’s be honest.

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JUNE 30, 2015

Are you starting to lose focus on your goals? The problem is that annual goal-setting doesn’t work. You can’t plan an entire year and know in advance all the goals you will need to achieve. It’s likely that many of your goals are no longer motivating and many no longer make sense.

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APRIL 10, 2017

Coaching helps you avoid problems by providing space to think and be more intentional about your goals and actions. Coaching is not just for problems. And coaching is especially helpful for getting clarity on where you want to go. Working with a coach gives you: • Space for self-reflection • Fresh perspective • Challenges where […].

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JUNE 18, 2012

Your goals, however, are your steps along the path. As your path is revealed, your goals may need to change. Waiting for a yearly review of goals does not make sense. Progress toward goals should be part of regular ongoing discussions. Ask questions like: Are there things you need to do to support your goal?

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DECEMBER 22, 2013

Attitudes and Mindset Goals Vision and Strategy Goal-setting reflection winter solstice' That’s what this week beckons. → Read More: Pause Before You Plan The post Pause Before You Plan appeared first on Seapoint Center for Collaborative Leadership.

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JUNE 6, 2017

Her district was doing well, meeting sales goals and store operations were generally smooth. Marissa was frustrated. As district manager of a large retail chain, she was responsible for ten stores. The problem was that her boss, the regional manager, was a micromanager. Every time an issue arose, her boss was right in the mix […].

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OCTOBER 17, 2017

Want to build a high performance team – where the team consistently achieves its goals and where team members are proud to be members? It’s not that hard, but you won’t get far if you just try to “wing it.” ” These are 10 things every team leader needs to know. Whether you really have […].

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DECEMBER 23, 2014

Personal Effectiveness Full Steam Ahead Goals Managing Energy Multi-tasking' The post How to Maximize Your Energy When You Don’t Have a Lot appeared first on Seapoint Center for Collaborative Leadership.

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APRIL 22, 2012

Vision, strategy, and goals are important …but they are not enough. 1. Consistently tracking and measuring your progress will help maintain motivation and keep you aware of how you’re advancing toward your goal. I use software called Goal Enforcer. Guest post by Todd Nielsen. . 3. Accountability.

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JUNE 24, 2013

An organization without a clear vision or goals is like a river without banks—it stagnates and goes nowhere. What are America’s key national goals? Once you have a clear and compelling vision, you can establish goals that help people determine what they should focus on right now. That’s what has happened in Washington.

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APRIL 15, 2013

Individual and team goals are related to the purpose of the team. Team members clearly understand their goals and job responsibilities. Team members are deeply committed to the purpose of the team, to the goals, to each other, and to accomplishing the work that needs to be done, regardless of the effort required.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Your strategies and goals will answer the question “how?” A mission statement is a brief statement that explains your reason for existence – what you want to accomplish. It describes the end result; not how you will achieve it. It answers the question “why? Step 1: Determine why you want to write a mission statement.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Vision and Strategy Execution Goal-setting Holistic' . → Read More: Vision and Execution Are Not Sequential. The post Vision and Execution Are Not Sequential appeared first on Seapoint Center for Collaborative Leadership.

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DECEMBER 21, 2012

Before you begin to set goals for the new year. They pause. What are they thinking about? Nothing — absolutely nothing. Shabbat means stop, cease. That is what the solstice invites us to do. Wait a moment. Go a little slowly. Be a little gentler. Take in the opportunity this week offers. Soon it will be time to plan.

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MARCH 18, 2013

Cooperation is important in networks where individuals exchange relevant information and resources in support of each other’s goals, rather than a shared goal. It is about teamwork in implementation. Not creating something new. All three of these are important. All three are aspects of teamwork.

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JANUARY 29, 2012

January of that year, I wrote several challenging goals. Another goal I set was to write a book. This had been on my mind for years, but I had never written it as a goal. The following January, as I reviewed my goals, I was astounded to realize I had achieved every single goal except writing a book.

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MAY 13, 2012

If you’re not clear about what you really want, you are likely to set goals that will not be truly satisfying once accomplished. Being a “high potential” in the company, he was well on his way to achieving his goal. Look below the surface to find the roots of your dreams. Chris said he dreamed of owning a Porsche.

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OCTOBER 30, 2013

They set goals and identified next steps, roles and communications. The team was excited and energized. They had created a vision that would lead to the breakthrough they had been looking for. They had a great plan and the means to achieve it. All set, right? They fell victim to “creative tension.”

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

are people collaborating toward a common goal? Do you want to know if an organization has a real vision? Take a look at what’s happening – what is being accomplished? how is it being accomplished? how do they feel about each other, the leaders and the company? What you see will tell you a lot more than any published words.

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JULY 22, 2013

Vision makes work meaningful and helps us see our commonalities and trust we share the same goals and values. An organization without a clear vision or goals is like a river without banks—it stagnates and goes nowhere,” says Ken Blanchard. Vision helps us feel connected to something larger than ourselves.

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JUNE 4, 2012

It’s about developing yourself and others to become high performers, putting processes in place that support accomplishing goals and ensuring that tasks are accomplished well. Management behaviors include: Goal setting. Management is about implementation. Planning work. Defining roles. Organizing resources. Measuring progress.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2015

A shared vision helps us feel connected with others because we trust we share the same goals and values. Vision makes work meaningful. Vision helps us feel connected to something larger than ourselves. An organization without a clear vision is like a river without banks—it stagnates and goes nowhere.

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JULY 1, 2013

Futureview is not the same thing as a goal, plan, ambition, or aspiration. He said that in the years following Kennedy’s articulation of that goal, NASA engineers would periodically hit a major roadblock and declare the goal impossible. It is not something you hope for or try for.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2012

The effectiveness of the strategies and goals you set will be tested by how well they move you toward your vision, and often requires adjustment. There is no such thing as a five-year vision, only a five-year goal. after that goal is achieved. It does not include the process to get there. The vision is the target.

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JULY 14, 2013

An organization needs an aspirational goal that is relevant and transformational and is about more than just “doing business every day.” A transcendent goal that people can connect with helps them stay engaged and motivated. When the company’s vision is clear, you can see how much it overlaps with your own goals, values and dreams.

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DECEMBER 30, 2012

Also interesting, I wrote three posts this year that clarify concepts and all three made the list: the difference between a goal and a vision, between a manager and a leader, and between a charismatic and a visionary leader. Number 5: A Big Goal Is Not The Same As a Vision – June 11. That’s a surprise.

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AUGUST 5, 2012

If you’re not clear about what you really want, you are likely to set goals that will not be truly satisfying once accomplished. Setting goals and taking action to get back on track is important. It takes courage to examine where you are in relation to your dreams because it means you might need to do something about it. .

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FEBRUARY 10, 2015

But the pace has now slowed down, and we need help to meet our goal. I thrilled for Jamie and am struck by the power of social media to do social good. And it has reaffirmed my belief that the natural movement of humanity is toward goodness. I hope you will consider joining us.

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JANUARY 17, 2012

There is a growing sense of dissatisfaction or impatience, which might be directed toward the goals, leadership or other team members. At this point, the team has learned to work together, appreciating and utilizing the talents of each team member, and flexibly adapting to circumstances to achieve its goals. Set challenging goals.

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AUGUST 13, 2012

Systems, work processes structures and practices that support achieving the vision and goals of the organization make it easier for people to accomplish their work and allow the organization to be nimble and responsiveness to changing needs. Supportive systems and structures. Participation, collaboration, and teamwork are a way of life.

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DECEMBER 28, 2011

Soon I will blog about about vision, goals and taking action because it will be time to take stock and plan for the new year. Take in the opportunity this week offers. Pause, and then reflect. Let your mind traverse the year. Watch the movie. Don’t turn it into a project. Just see what emerges. But first it’s time to pause.

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APRIL 30, 2013

It’s doing things like: Setting goals. Most of us know what Supervising Closely looks like. Telling what needs to be done. Explaining how to do it. Setting timelines. Checking progress. Providing frequent feedback. And most of us know what Delegating looks like: You leave them alone and let them do their job.

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DECEMBER 31, 2011

6 Tips to Set Goals That Will Get You Where You Want to Go This post explains how to set the right goals and make sure they work. Be a Better Leader, Remove Your Self-Imposed Limitations Your team can only be as great as you believe it can be. This post highlights some unconscious beliefs that can limit your success.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2012

Not only is it important to make sure everyone understands and agrees with the vision and goals, but also that they have identified the strategies and processes to achieve it. The lessons learned in Dorothy’s journey through Oz were what allowed her to reach her goal to return home. It’s costly and demotivating.

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APRIL 22, 2013

Match the social media you use to your intended audience and influencing goal, and then use that one tool well instead of diluting your efforts. . Tip: Don’t stress yourself out by trying to participate in every new social media technology. Instead, go back to the plan you developed in your preparation phase.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2013

What would be an example that would demonstrate you had achieved your goals in these areas? What do you want them to say about your priorities and how you demonstrated what they were – yourself, family, friends, communities, work, environment, society, etc. In what areas of your life would your two or three greatest accomplishments be?

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