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While coaching a client I was intrigued by the fact that every time I asked about my client’s goals for the coming year, the client would change the subject and not answer my question. This continued for several weeks, until I discover the answer – he preferred problems over goals.

After studying this topic in depth I learned that people fall into one of two camps: 1. Goal oriented or 2. Problem oriented.

Okay, I know some of you have heard the motivational speakers jump up and down talking about goal setting is the master key to success. You need to write and rewrite your goals every day to make certain the goals are top of mind and thus get achieved.

Well, the truth is, only half the population are true goal seekers. The other half are problem solvers. In fact, the really intense problem solvers hate to discuss goals due to their disbelief that goals are achievable or even necessary in some cases. Continue reading ‘What’s Your Preference – Goals or Problems?’ »

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Posted by Voss Graham on June 12, 2009 at 5:28 am under Coaching.
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I had a spirited discussion with a friend of mine about how culture is developed within a organization. He took the position that culture just forms on its own and leaders have little impact on the overall culture.

My point of view was different. I agreed that many corporate cultures are formed by the collective beliefs and opinions of the people within the organization. However, this is a direct bearing on the total lack of attention or effort applied by the leadership of these organizations.

My belief is leaders have a direct responsibility for creating the corporate culture within their organization.

How can you have a high performance culture if the leadership is not creating this attitude within  the organization? Leaders need to establish the culture that will contribute to the fulfillment of the strategic goals of the organization. Leaders using group presentations, project priorities, policies that encourage growth and innovation, one on one discussion with key influencers and the ability to walk their own talk create an environment that is supportive of the leaders directions and goals.

A common trait found in observing the performance of effective leaders is their ability to create a “can-do” culture. Poor leaders create a culture of CYA and blame, blame, who gets the blame today? The best leaders keep people seeing the possibilities rather than the limitations. They create a high energy team who regularly go the extra mile to accomplish goals that others felt were impossible.

It’s all about the culture you develop and support with your actions. Take time each week to review what is going on around you. Talk to people, encourage your team with positive statements, and take the necessary steps to insure you get the culture that contributes to your mission.

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Posted by Voss Graham on June 3, 2009 at 5:43 am under Leadership.
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