This week on the podcast, I welcome back Bob Dunham to discuss the transition from manager to executive.
Bob heads up the Institute for Generative Leadership, where for three decades he has developed leaders and coaches.
In episode 7, he described how to make reliable promises and the importance of listening for commitment.
This time, we explored how becoming an executive involves a new category of promises. Skillfully managing these promises requires new conversations, skills, and presence. Why do many people fail in transitioning to the executive role? What does it take to cross this chasm successfully? How can you prepare yourself for the transition?
Join Bob and me as we delve into these questions and more.
And, as always, share with friends who might enjoy these insights.
Highlights
- 9:00 People are often blind to the outcome
- 17:00 When you have plans but no promises
- 21:30 Not having honest conversations is a setup for failure
- 28:30 Blind spot: the learning path for new managers
- 40:00 Good managers assess their direct reports’ assessments
- 42:00 Executives’ new promises and conversations
- 53:00 It’s all about what we listen for
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Explore Additional Resources
- The Institute for Generative Leadership
- The Innovator’s Way: Essential Practices for Successful Innovation by Peter J. Denning and Robert Dunham
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