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Retaining the Talents of ‘Ready Now’ Leaders.
As leaders and human resource professionals consider an organization’s succession plans, they often classify prospective promotees in three buckets: Ready in 3-5 Years, Ready in 1-2 Years, and Ready Now.
Leaders are obligated to make the right call, no matter how unpopular it is or what pressure they face from outside or inside forces. Unfortunately, the pressure to bend to a vocal minority that maintains a persistent drumbeat is often very real and can wear down even the best of leaders.
People are shaped by a unique blend of biology, experiences, and environment. Some things about them are highly malleable, while other features are more permanent.
In other words, some personal attributes can be changed while other qualities can’t. Understanding this distinction is crucial for leadership success.
Keeping Yourself Top of Mind.
Smart leaders know the power of a simple reminder. Keeping yourself top of mind with those who can reward you with assignments, contracts, invitations, and projects sometimes makes all the difference.
People who are fond of each other often engage in good-natured teasing. Mutual teasing expresses closeness and signals that the parties are comfortable with each other and enjoy the mutual exchange of light humor. It often builds and solidifies relationships by displaying affection in a playful way.
Some leaders and team members say or do the wrong thing. Frequently. Those who are self-aware and responsive to feedback set their sights on regulating their behavior whenever they are triggered or find themselves “doing that thing” — the very thing they would prefer not to do.
