True leadership is built small
Just saw this post on Inc. It closesly echos my own sentiments on relationships and leadership. Something to take to heart... all those little hellos and chitchats add up.
From Inc.com
Posted by Roger R. Pearman at April 8, 2005 10:03 AM
http://blog.inc.com/archives/2005/04/08/the_art_of_microinteractions.html
Relationships are built through micro-interactions. Each interaction has one of two possible outcomes: You are seen as either inviting -- or as cold and indifferent. After a period of time, and through numerous moments of potential interactions, the cold and indifferent are usually thought of as self-interested, too absorbed, and generally uninterested in others' contributions.
Those leaders with a long list of inviting interactions usually have more latitude and more options when working with others. The perception is that you are invested in others and that you recognize that your success is tied to the work of others in the organization. Everyone feels like they are in the same boat, pulling the oars in the same direction.
To be sure, leadership is a combination of vision, business smarts, persistence, and a commitment to realizing the vision through people's efforts. But the single most important and simplest aspect of leadership is working with others and getting their commitment -- rather than just compliance -- to work effectively toward goals and objectives.
From Inc.com
Posted by Roger R. Pearman at April 8, 2005 10:03 AM
http://blog.inc.com/archives/2005/04/08/the_art_of_microinteractions.html
Relationships are built through micro-interactions. Each interaction has one of two possible outcomes: You are seen as either inviting -- or as cold and indifferent. After a period of time, and through numerous moments of potential interactions, the cold and indifferent are usually thought of as self-interested, too absorbed, and generally uninterested in others' contributions.
Those leaders with a long list of inviting interactions usually have more latitude and more options when working with others. The perception is that you are invested in others and that you recognize that your success is tied to the work of others in the organization. Everyone feels like they are in the same boat, pulling the oars in the same direction.
To be sure, leadership is a combination of vision, business smarts, persistence, and a commitment to realizing the vision through people's efforts. But the single most important and simplest aspect of leadership is working with others and getting their commitment -- rather than just compliance -- to work effectively toward goals and objectives.
posted by BG at 09:37
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