TheDefender2021

There is a general consensus amongst analysts that between 50%-80% of business partnerships fail. AND Rather than focusing on the reasons why business partnerships fail, wouldn't it be more productive to focus on the reasons why business partnerships SUCCEED? . In this video, you will learn more about the ingredients that go into the formulation of a successful business partnership. . A special call-out to the wonderful team at Nextel from back in the mid-2000s.

As CISOs, risk management professionals and MNO retail and enterprise executives, you invest $ and dedicate significant time to planning for major disruptions, and those plans are never as realistic as we would like. Remember, the satisfaction of our customers needs to be at the core of everything we do and wrapped into your plans. . In this video, you will learn about the challenges and opportunities related to: - Channel Mix Irreversibly Changed - People & Skills Requirements Shift - Fraud & Security Attacks Escalate - Consumer Behavioral Change - Government Regulations We all hope that the COVID-19 situation is a once in a lifetime event (never to be repeated), but it is also a wake-up call for continual improvement. . The key, in times like this, is to adapt quickly. CISOs, MNO executives, risk management professionals, etc should consider what’s working well now, what could be better, and build their plans accordingly. #thedefender #learning

Today we celebrate Francois Mahieu and his leadership skill in GUIDING GLOBAL TEAMS. . This week, we've celebrated 5 GREAT leaders including Marti Konstant, Roh Singh, Craig McLennan, Keith Fuentes and today Francois Mahieu. With all the emphasis on what leaders aren’t doing, it’s time we focus on what leaders are doing well right within our networks. . While we are all on different paths in our careers and businesses, we look to leaders for guidance and advice. Francois has set the mark for leading GLOBAL TEAMS. Accomplishing this is not easy; it takes purpose, lots of coordination, a belief in the importance of cross-cultural collaboration and an emphasis on diversity of thought, experiences and background. . With only 10% of leaders naturally born that way, leadership skills can be learned, put into practice and perfected. There are certain characteristics, traits and skills that ultimately build the most effective leaders. BUILDING GLOBAL TEAMS is one of important skills. . Please like, comment and share your experiences with other GREAT leaders within your network. #thedefender

Today we celebrate Craig McLennan and his skill in MANAGING TIME & PRIORITIES . While we are all on different paths in our careers and businesses, we look to leaders for guidance and advice. Craig has set the mark for managing businesses with focus, efficiency and results. . Please like, comment and share your experiences with other GREAT leaders within your network. . With only 10% of leaders naturally born that way, leadership skills can be learned, put into practice and perfected. There are certain characteristics, traits and skills that ultimately build the most effective leaders. MANAGING TIME & PRIORITIES with adeptness is a skill that is lost in the majority of leaders today. They would rather delegate than set the tone. Craig sets the tone and is able to rally internal and external stakeholders to achieve extraordinary results. . Join me tomorrow for the 5th GREAT leader who will join Roh, Keith, Marti, Craig. With all the emphasis on what leaders aren’t doing, it’s time we focus on what leaders are doing well right within our networks. . @craigmclennan #thedefender

Today we celebrate Roh Singh and his skill in LEADING WITH EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE. . Roh is an author, speaker, guide and mentor to those on their path to developing their best selves. Check out his book Rise Warrior Rise and ExcelerateYou; Roh’s digital wellbeing and performance platform. . While we are all on different paths in our careers and businesses, we look to leaders for guidance and advice. Please like, comment and share your experiences with other GREAT leaders within your network. . With only 10% of leaders naturally born that way, leadership skills can be learned, put into practice and perfected. There are certain characteristics, traits and skills that ultimately build the most effective leaders. LEADING WITH EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE is one of the most important skills. . Join me the remainder week of the week in learning more about Roh, Keith, Marti and other great leaders. With all the emphasis on what leaders aren’t doing, it’s time we focus on what leaders are doing well right within our networks. . @rohileshsingh #thedefender

How do you manage interaction with your direct reports? . Do you meet weekly? Do you meet daily or do you meet at all (exchanging texts and emails)? . Now more than ever, your team needs you and your leadership. Meet 1:1 for best results! . #thedefender #greatleadership #positiveleadership #managementstyle

As a leader, how you delegate is a direct reflection of your leadership skills Don’t be a micromanager. As a micromanager, you are likely insecure, don’t trust those around you and believe the world revolves around you. Wrong! Delegate with responsibility and you will find a high-performance team that delivers.

Share your experiences so others can learn! Together we can encourage great leadership! ✅ Two-way engagement ✅ Transparency and Trust ✅ Openness to ideas and solutions ✅ Purpose and alignment #greatleadership #thedefender #leadershipdevelopment #engagement Don’t stick your head in the sand!

The benefits of establishing a BHAG and why only 4 in 10 companies actually set the goalposts. Learn: ✅ Why establishing a BHAG aligns the org ✅ Why it is important to not be one of the 6 in 10 companies without a BHAG ✅ Companies with a BHAG and a great leadership team are well worth the investment #leadership #bhag #greatleadership #purpose

Eliminate micromanagement and 4x your employee engagement #engagement #leadership #purpose #managementstyle #managingpeople

Do this and your team will exceed expectations: Learn about: ✅ Establishing objectives everyone can rally around ✅ Recruiting and building a team based on diversity of thought, experience and perspective ✅ Encouraging an environment where trust and collaboration prevail #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #diversityofthought #greatleadership #buildingateam #thedefender

At the Defender, the focus is in building GREAT leaders one leader at a time. The better the leader, the greater the engagement levels, workplace happiness and ultimately customer / company growth. On your path to becoming a GREAT leader, you are going to encounter expectations around how to inspire and motivate. Instilling a sense of motivation and inspiration is so much more than a rah-rah speech or free donuts. In this video, we discuss the how and the why with a special call-out to O.C. Tanner for their work in “leading beyond purpose”. Do perform the quick test at the end of the video. You will be glad you did. Share with me what you found! #leadership #purpose #leadershipdevelopment #engagement #inspiration

Over 60% of managers promoted into their positions have reported that they lack the skills and necessary training in order to excel at their roles. . This is a staggering fact. With the vast majority of leaders "learning" from their immediate bosses, it is no wonder TOXIC managers still persist. . The big question for leaders who aspire to be GREAT is HOW to go about finding a mentor. . In this video, you will learn about the best venues to connect with mentors + unlock access to leading mentorship program: PATH.

What new habits have you developed during this period of challenge and change? . The WSJ published an article on April 11, 2020 highlighting the importance of moving beyond technology as an enabler to "allowing" ourselves the opportunity to center ourselves and put "pen back to paper". . Putting pen to paper means writing down objectives, expressions of gratitude, observations, etc.. In other words, a physical connection back to something we can refer to and use as guidance. . How do you assemble your objectives? Do you put pen to paper (maybe even virtually, through a stylus to an iPad)? . Shop for Your Dingbats Notebook here: https://bit.ly/2RxqTwZ . TheDefender www.gregorymwade.com

How do you go about making decisions that impact the short and long term direction for your team and organization? . Do you like to employ a decision-making methodology or are you more fluid in your approach? Do you prefer consensus-driven decisions vs. direct and resolute decisions? . One helpful methodology is the RAPID approach developed by Bain & Co.: Recommend (within Input), Agree, Decide and Perform. www.bain.com . Share your approach to decision making. Your network would love to hear from you. TheDefender

How do you approach opening your team up to strategic thinking? . Do you encourage curiosity? . More importantly, do you ask your team members to pose these questions of the challenges and opportunities they are facing? Who? What? When? Where? Why? and How? . In this video, learn the importance of taking a simpler approach to encouraging strategic thinking and alignment to your corporate objectives.

As a leader, how do you manage through stress? . How do you maintain your perspective and your focus? . Share your approach(es) in the comments below. For me, I like to train for half-marathons - this helps to center me and recognize what is important in mind and in body . #leadership #thedefender #leadershiptraits #businessleadership #positiveleadership

How do you lead during times of crisis and challenge? . What characteristics do you observe in leaders during tough times? Do they stick their heads in the sand and hope it goes away or are they on the frontlines? . If you have observed great leadership during times of significant challenge, comment below. Others would love to hear from you! . #greatleadership #thedefender

Do you seek to build an adaptable team or do you prefer surrounding yourself with likeminded people? . Adaptable teams perform better overall but are particularly notable in times of need and crisis . What are some of the characteristics of adaptable teams? Why did they make such a difference? . #thedefender #leadership #leadershiptraits #teamperformance

How do you facilitate or enable change? . Are you an agent of the status quo or an agent of change? . If you are an agent of change, how do you celebrate success? Comment below #thedefender #greatleadership #positiveleadership #effectiveleadership

For leaders, how they provide feedback can mean the difference between action and inaction . Many managers and aspirational leaders have no clue about the importance of providing constructive feedback . As with many leadership characteristics, mediocre managers and “leaders” have learned from those around them and/or their immediate boss. In most cases, the immediate boss is not equipped to provide proper coaching and guidance. . They’ve never been trained in what it takes to LEAD . #thedefender #leadershipskills

Do your meetings have a purpose? . Are you meeting for the sake of meeting? . How you manage meetings directly relates to your leadership skills and characteristics. . What were some of the best managed meetings you attended? Why? The worst? Share below! . #thedefender #leadership #businessleadership #leadershiptraits #bestmanaged

What leadership skills do you demonstrate in times of crisis? . Is there a leader you looked up to in a serious and challenging situation? What did you learn from that person? . Share your experiences below . #leadership #thedefender #greatleadershipskills #businessleadership #leadershipskills

Let’s face it, your boss likely shouldn’t be in their position. Somehow they made it to a leadership role but likely on the backs of others. Sound familiar? It doesn’t have to be this way. High performance leaders know how to set objectives, stick to the plan and rally others to help achieve goals. Listen to the how and why!

Regardless of how you define the word leadership, there is no doubt that certain individuals can greatly impact the lives of others based on their experiences and insights. . While we are all on different paths in our careers and businesses, we look to leaders for guidance and advice. . With only 10% of leaders naturally born that way, leadership skills can be learned, put into practice and perfected. There are certain characteristics, traits and skills that ultimately build the most effective leaders. . Join me this week in learning more about 5 great leaders and the qualities they represent. With all the focus on the things leaders aren’t doing, we need leaders in our network to whom we can look up to and who we want to emulate. . Today we celebrate Marti Konstant, MBA and her ability to articulate a very clear VISION . Please comment, like, share and tag great leaders within your network. Together, we have so much to learn.