Feeling Good

I have been talking about being a leader, and I can tell you that I personally never feel better than when I have done something at the work place that I am convinced has helped somebody to be a better leader. During the last week I have been conducting those things I call “behavior reviews” with all my direct reports in one of my “investment companies” where I happen to be functioning as the CEO. During those meetings, I take seriously the role of telling my associates of my perceptions on their behavior and how it impacts their ability to do their jobs as leaders. These are NOT performance appraisals, they are feedback designed to help these associates do a better job by being more aware of themselves.

I must say, I have been “blown away” by the responses, and frankly I always am. Not one of these associates had ever experienced a direct and caring session of this type. There are at least three of these folks who I know were not only receptive, they were impacted and will focus on their behavior “opportunities for improvement.” That makes it all worth while. No boubt, it will take a continuing focus by me to reinforce these messages, but given I will do that, I am convinced that all of these folks will grow. And, growing is what it is all about for me.

To me, that is what leading is all about. That makes for a great week!