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As leaders — and those who support them — think about designing a personal development plan to improve their leadership, several best practices stand out.
What makes for a great plan, one that, if executed with enthusiasm, will really move the needle, is generally not well-known.
Many plans rely too heavily on assessment and not enough on skill and knowledge development. By incorporating four key ingredients, Leadership Development Plans can become much more impactful.
So, when leaders ask team members to sacrifice for the greater good, it becomes a delicate calculus. Over time, team members who make sacrifices without truly believing in the payoff sour, become resentful, and disengage. Teams that sacrifice for external rewards without the intrinsic beliefs behind why lose their commitment and spirit. Sacrificing primarily to support the leader only works for so long. Anything other than a total buy-in for the reasons behind the sacrifice will eventually undermine the morale and dedication required for success. That’s why good leaders never presume or expect sacrifice. They always ask for it.
Strong Leaders Always Defend Others From Unfair Criticism
When thoughtfully designed and instilled with rigor, Certifications provide tangible evidence of skill achievement. They represent a proof of proficiency that is both a source of pride and a recognition of critical experience, skill, and knowledge.