Leadership from the Balcony

In episode 19 we explore the gold standard for developing your organization's business strategy leading to unprecedented growth, Verne Harnish's groundbreaking framework, Scaling Up. We will briefly review the key elements that are crucial for steering a company towards an envisioned future – long-term goals, short-term goals, aligning your organization's activities around those goals…and everything in between. Resources in this episode Scaling Up: How a Few Companies Make It…and Why the Rest Don't – Verne Harnish A System That Fits – Leap Blog (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 18 we discuss how to unlock your organization's full potential through the transformative power of a strategic organization development process. If you're ready to elevate your leadership and take your organization to new heights, join us as we explore the keys to lasting success and be inspired to take action! Leadership Challenge: Test how clear things are in your organization by asking these questions: What are you trying to accomplish this year as a team or as an organization? What activities do you need to execute to reach the goals you are trying to accomplish? Who is doing what part of the work outlined in the questions above? As you evaluate your progress, how do you need to check in on and solve problems as they arise? What issues do you seem to face consistently? Resources in this episode CEO Excellence: The Six Mindsets That Distinguish the Best Leaders from the Rest – Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller, Vikram Malhotra The Lean Startup – Eric Ries Scaling Up: How a Few Companies Make It…and Why the Rest Don't – Verne Harnish Traction: Get A Grip On Your Business – Gino Wickman 4 Disciplines of Execution: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals – Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, Jim Huling (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above. To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 17 we embark on the transformative journey of personal development. In a world where leadership is continually evolving, and the path to success is ever-changing, join us as we discuss the importance of development to further unlock your potential. Leadership questions to reflect on: What's an area in your life that you are seeking intentional personal development in? Do I have the “how to” knowledge in addressing that area? When was the last time as a team, you all discussed personal development and its importance to your team / organization's success? What's one small step that you personally or as a team can take in the next quarter, to begin to embrace a personal development journey or path? Who is the person you can bring into this journey with you? Resources in this episode CEO Excellence: The Six Mindsets That Distinguish the Best Leaders from the Rest – Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller, Vikram Malhotra The Practice of Adaptive Leadership: Tools and Tactics for Changing Your Organization and the World – Ronald Heifetz, Alexander Grashow, and Marty Linsky Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones – James Clear The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization – Peter Senge Mindset: The New Psychology of Success – Carol Dweck Find Your Why: A Practical Guide for Discovering Purpose for You and Your Team – Simon Sinek, David Mead, Peter Docker Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action – Simon Sinek The One Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results – Gary Keller with Jay Papsan (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 16 we explore Peter Senge's timeless masterpiece, The Fifth Discipline, a fantastic resource that investigates systems thinking and the cultural underpinnings to create a learning organization…an environment rich in possibility for adaptive and collective leadership. Don't miss the chance to elevate your leadership and inspire positive change in your organization by engaging The Fifth Discipline. Resources in this episode The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization – Peter Senge (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 15 we are exploring the true meaning of a shared vision. Understanding, developing, and engaging in a shared vision can propel you and your organization toward maximum engagement and the realization of its full potential. Resources in this episode The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization – Peter Senge Find Your Why: A Practical Guide for Discovering Purpose for You and Your Team – Simon Sinek, David Mead, Peter Docker Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action – Simon Sinek Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us – Daniel H. Pink (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 14 we examine mental models and how they create the world we perceive and live in. Come with us on this transformative journey as we explore the power of these models to reshape your thinking and elevate your leadership to new heights. Resources in this episode The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization – Peter Senge Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps: How to Thrive in Complexity – Jennifer Garvey Berger (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 13 we are reviewing another resource that has significantly impacted us in our own leadership journey. Join us as we review Mastering Leadership: An Integrated Framework for Breakthrough Performance and Extraordinary Business Results by Robert J. Anderson and William A. Adams. Resources in this episode Mastering Leadership: An Integrated Framework for Breakthrough Performance and Extraordinary Business Results – Robert J. Anderson and William A. Adams The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization – Peter Senge (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 12 we look at two non-negotiables for being able to adapt and thrive in complex and rapidly changing environments – A commitment to continuous learning and personal growth. This process, known as Personal Mastery, helps address the limitations of traditional thinking and encourages individuals to develop a broader perspective, enhancing their ability to effectively contribute to collective goals while unlocking their own potential for long-term success. Resources in this episode The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization – Peter Senge Mastering Leadership: An Integrated Framework for Breakthrough Performance and Extraordinary Business Results – Robert J. Anderson and William A. Adams Find Your Why: A Practical Guide for Discovering Purpose for You and Your Team – Simon Sinek, David Mead, Peter Docker Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action – Simon Sinek The Leadership Circle Profile – Leadership 360 Assessment (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 11 we are introducing our new every other week format. Leadership from the Balcony was started to raise awareness of leadership concepts in an effort to help leaders continue to grow and develop on their leadership journey. Every other week we'll be highlighting a resource that has impacted us, and we feel will be beneficial to you. These episodes will be shorter and aren't seeking to inform you of all the details and findings in the resource but to raise your awareness and pique your interest in what's out there. This week we are reviewing Immunity to Change by Robert Kegan and Lisa Lahey, one of the most impacting books we have read on our leadership journey. Resources in this episode Immunity to Change: How to Overcome It and Unlock the Potential in Yourself and Your Organization (Leadership for the Common Good) – Robert Kegan and Lisa Laskow Lahey The Practice of Adaptive Leadership: Tools and Tactics for Changing Your Organization and the World – Ronald Heifetz, Alexander Grashow, and Marty Linsky (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 10 we are taking a deep dive into personal transformation as we explore the groundbreaking Immunity to Change process by Robert Kegan and Lisa Lahey. This is a powerful yet accessible tool for any leader to utilize in their journey towards unlocking their potential and embracing change with open arms. Resources in this episode Immunity to Change: How to Overcome It and Unlock the Potential in Yourself and Your Organization (Leadership for the Common Good) – Robert Kegan and Lisa Laskow Lahey An Everyone Culture: Becoming a Deliberately Developmental Organization – Robert Kegan and Lisa Laskow Lahey Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't – Jim Collins Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter – Liz Wiseman (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 9 we are stepping into the world of mindset mastery to explore the dynamic interplay between a creative mindset, where possibilities flourish and innovation thrives, and a reactive mindset, where challenges dominate and progress stalls. We want to uncover the secrets to unlocking your potential and shifting from a narrative of self-preservation to inspiration and discovery. Resources in this episode The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization – Peter Senge Immunity to Change: How to Overcome It and Unlock the Potential in Yourself and Your Organization (Leadership for the Common Good) – Robert Kegan and Lisa Laskow Lahey The Leadership Circle Profile – Leadership 360 Assessment (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

Episode 8 is part two of our discussion into Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, by Jennifer Garvey Berger…how you break free and navigate through these traps. These Mindtraps are ways of thinking that inform how we see the world. They once protected us and shielded us from the complexity around us. However, in our current world, shielding ourselves from complexity is no longer helping us thrive, but trapping us…prohibiting us from thriving. In this episode, we look at the Mindtraps of: Simple Stories Rightness Agreement Control Ego Evaluating ways to recognize the traps and navigate through them toward effectiveness. Resources in this episode Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps: How to Thrive in Complexity – Jennifer Garvey Berger Listening to Learn – Jennifer Garvey Berger (video) (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

Episode 7 is part one of our discussion into Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, a tremendous book by Jennifer Garvey Berger. These Mindtraps are ways of thinking that inform how we see the world. They once protected us and shielded us from the complexity around us. However, in our current world, shielding ourselves from complexity is no longer helping us thrive, but trapping us…prohibiting us from thriving. In this episode, we look at the Mindtraps of: Simple Stories Rightness Agreement Control Ego What are they, and how to recognize them. Resources in this episode Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps: How to Thrive in Complexity – Jennifer Garvey Berger An Everyone Culture: Becoming a Deliberately Developmental Organization – Robert Kegan and Lisa Laskow Lahey The Truth about Being the “Stupidest” in the Room – Simon Sinek (video) (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In Episode 6 we explore how to develop vertically. Vertical development is all about increasing the quality of your sense-making ability, not simply increasing the quantity of the information you have. Summary The recipe for personal growth and development is not for the faint of heart, but it is an ongoing and essential journey for every leader. Today we're talking about growing vertically. Developing how you think and make sense of the information you receive. Vertical challenges aren't the typical problems you face with known solutions. These challenges are complex and usually chronic. How do you need to develop personally so you and your organization can develop collectively to meet the complex challenges of today? Resources in this episode Whitepaper – Vertical Development, Part II – Nick Petrie (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In Episode 5 we explore the unique differences between Vertical Challenges and Horizontal Problems. Summary Vertical challenges aren't the typical challenges you face with ready-made solutions and reliable interventions. These challenges are complex and usually chronic. Often there aren't even solutions at all, only tools to navigate the situation and increase an organization's ability to learn. Complexity is growing everywhere, and learning to differentiate between vertical challenges and horizontal problems is essential for leaders to rightly view the issues they are facing. Resources in this episode Whitepaper – Vertical Development, Part I – Nick Petrie The Practice of Adaptive Leadership: Tools and Tactics for Changing Your Organization and the World – Ronald Heifetz, Alexander Grashow, and Marty Linsky (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 4 we explore the transformative power of feedback and learn to engage it as your best opportunity for growth. Summary In this episode, we discuss what it means to scale your leadership and the importance of developing your people. A business can't outgrow the effectiveness of its leadership. Working harder and longer won't get you where you need to go. It is a business imperative in today's environment that we transcend our current level of leadership. Scaling your leadership can only be achieved by developing capacity and capability in others. Effective leaders continually develop their people and the leaders around them. Resources in this episode Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter – Liz Wiseman Mastering Leadership: An Integrated Framework for Breakthrough Performance and Extraordinary Business Results – Robert J. Anderson and William A. Adams Scaling Leadership: Building Organizational Capability and Capacity to Create Outcomes that Matter Most – Robert J. Anderson and William A. Adams (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the following Amazon links.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Let us know what specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 3 we explore complexity in the world around us and a leader's ability to navigate that complexity. Summary In this episode, we're talking about the complexity of mind and a leader's ability to process the complexity around them. Your brain isn't just a repository of information, but a fundamentally unique processor that makes sense of that information. We live with so many limitations and yet we have such a lack of awareness of how limited we are. Self-awareness, curiosity, and perspective are all tutors and guides in every leader's journey to navigate complexity. Resources in this episode Phronesis: Practical Wisdom for Leaders with Scott J. Allen (Podcast) What Got You Here Won't Get You There: How Successful People Become Even More Successful – Marshall Goldsmith An Everyone Culture: Becoming a Deliberately Developmental Organization – Robert Kegan and Lisa Laskow Lahey Scaling Leadership: Building Organizational Capability and Capacity to Create Outcomes that Matter Most – Robert J. Anderson and William A. Adams Dunning-Kruger Effect (Psychology Today) (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 2 we explore the transformative power of feedback and learn to engage it as your best opportunity for growth. Summary In this episode, we discuss the value of embracing feedback and failures as opportunities for learning and approaching feedback with humility, curiosity, and a desire to learn. The importance of asking questions and truly listening to gain new perspectives is highlighted as we explore the differences between listening to learn, listening to fix, and listening to win. When leaders truly listen to learn, they create a culture that emphasizes the safety and importance of giving and receiving feedback, creating shared meaning, and improving communication generating a distinct competitive advantage. Resources in this episode The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything – Stephan M.R. Covey Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps: How to Thrive in Complexity – Jennifer Garvey Berger Permission to Screw Up: How I Learned to Lead by Doing (Almost) Everything Wrong – Kristen Hadeed (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts

In episode 1 we explore the power of self-awareness and how expanding your perspective will help you engage in learning at a deeper level. Summary Expanding your perspective and raising your level of self-awareness requires effort and a willingness to let go of preconceived notions. We must acknowledge that our subjective beliefs and mental models may not always be accurate or reliable. In today's episode, we explore what it takes for a leader to explore the narratives they use to inform their decision-making, and how they can gain new and broader perspectives to enable them to better navigate the complex world around them. Resources in this episode Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps: How to Thrive in Complexity – Jennifer Garvey Berger The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization – Peter Senge (As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through the Amazon links above.) To stay informed and sign up for our newsletter click HERE Contact us HERE to: Send us your comments Tell us how your Leadership Challenge experience went Or to let us know about specific topics you would like us to discuss on future podcasts