Use "halftime" to refocus your leadership priorities

Use "halftime" to refocus your leadership priorities | practice (split each time) | Why isn't your leadership development program working?
Created for you  |  Unknown Title at Unknown Company
For more relevant content - Update Your Profile  |  Web Version
November 7, 2024
CONNECT WITH SMARTBRIEF LinkedInFacebookX
SmartBrief on Leadership
Innovative Ideas. Ahead of the Curve.SIGN UP ⋅   SHARE
ADVERTISEMENT
Leading the Way
Use "halftime" to refocus your leadership priorities
(Andy Ryan/Getty Images)
"Halftime" is a common experience for leaders where you go from seeking success to finding significance in your work, writes Jason Smith, founder of the Iceberg Leadership Institute, who recommends taking time to reassess goals, putting your time and resources toward making a difference and shifting your ambitions. "In my experience, this shift not only benefits society but also enriches the leader's life in ways that pure success never could," Smith writes.
Full Story: Fast Company (tiered subscription model) (11/6) 
LinkedIn X Facebook Email
Put it into practice: As a leader, you must constantly ask yourself what kind of legacy you want to leave and then find ways to use your skills to make a lasting, positive impact on the world, Smith writes. "The choice to move from success to significance is not just a personal one; it's a leadership imperative."
Amid concentration risk in equities and fixed income, private credit investments enable institutions to better diversify across unlisted organizations, economic sectors, and regions. Find out more.
ADVERTISEMENT:
SmartBrief on Leadership
Why isn't your leadership development program working?
(alexmillos/Getty Images)
Leadership development programs can fail for reasons ranging from a lack of focus on capabilities to a lack of measurement on ROI, writes Michael Peterman, a senior partner at RHR International. "Each component of a high-impact development program should link directly to the core capabilities of enterprise leadership," Peterman writes.
Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (11/6) 
LinkedIn X Facebook Email
Put it into practice: Leaders can emphasize coaching and real-world issues companies face to get the most out of leadership programs. "Insights are more robust, and new behaviors are more easily acquired when leaders work through real business challenges that need to be addressed," Peterman writes.
Smarter Communication
Navigating the workplace after the presidential election can challenge even the most seasoned communicators, but experts recommend following five principles for clear communication that include stressing civility, safety, support and a refocusing on the company's collective goals and mission. "Communicators considering a postelection communication should be prepared for heightened emotions and various reactions to the outcome," says Megan Noel, global president of corporate affairs at Golin.
Full Story: Ragan (11/6) 
LinkedIn X Facebook Email
Put it into practice: Refocusing workplace discussions on company goals can build a sense of community even in an organization fractured by politics. Noel recommends giving people space by granting "the permission to not engage in political discussion, especially during the immediate days following the election."
Free eBooks and Resources
Free eBooks and resources brought to you by our sponsors
Future of Work
Your work future could include ...
In Their Own Words
A clash with a high-school coach about wearing a bandana during football practice taught Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler the value of following rules and managing small things. "The team is big, and everyone needs to fall in line and follow those rules. Because if you're not following the rules, it causes dissension among the team," Miedler says.
Full Story: Chief Executive (11/5) 
LinkedIn X Facebook Email
Daily Diversion
Lego unveils Cataclaws to bring playful holiday fun
(Lego/YouTube)
Lego unveiled Cataclaws, a black-and-white cat made from Lego bricks, as a new holiday hero in a global campaign to spread playfulness. The push, created by Our Lego Agency, features a film where Cataclaws comes to life, turning stressful situations into fun. The initiative spans social media, 3D digital out-of-home and in-store activations, with events in the US and Canada.
Full Story: Adweek (11/5),  Campaign US (tiered subscription model) (11/5) 
LinkedIn X Facebook Email
Smartbrief on Sustainability
Researchers are exploring electro-agriculture, a method that uses solar energy to enhance photosynthesis and grow plants in complete darkness without soil. The process involves converting carbon dioxide into acetate, a molecule that genetically modified plants can "eat." While still in the experimental phase, electro-agriculture has the potential to significantly reduce land use and carbon footprint, according to a study by researchers at the University of California, Riverside.
Full Story: Food & Wine (11/4) 
LinkedIn X Facebook Email
Want more stories on sustainability? Subscribe to SmartBrief on Sustainability
SmartBreak: Question of the Day
The E.W. Scripps media conglomerate grew out of $10,000 that Edwin Scripps invested in The Penny Press in 1878. In what city was The Penny Press originally published?
VoteBaltimore
VoteCleveland
VoteNew York
VotePitsburg, Ohio
About The Editor
Candace Chellew
Candace Chellew
Chellew (Photo credit: Lester Boykin)
After I retired last year from my position as the leader of the spiritual community I founded nearly 15 years ago, I had an identity crisis of sorts. If I was no longer a pastor/preacher/congregation leader, what was I? I have wrestled with that question for more than a year. Jason Smith has given me the answer: I am experiencing "halftime," that season in your professional life when you're no longer striving for some sort of "success" (however you define it) but long for your work to have significance.

After my church experience, I am confident that I don't want to do that kind of work anymore. It's rewarding, for sure, but it's also difficult work in so many ways. Even after all those years, we didn't experience the conventional success of large attendance or a sufficient bank account. "Success" is always in the eye of the beholder, though, and I'm proud of the work we did and the lives we touched.

Now, though, I find I have no desire to "succeed" in another endeavor, spiritual or otherwise. I want to do something of significance. Something that leaves a legacy. What is that? I don't know yet, but Smith's advice is a great place to start if that's something you're after, as well.

Stepping back and assessing where you are right now in your career journey and where you want to be is the first step. Then, we reframe our goals away from "How can I succeed?" to "How can I help others succeed?"

This is key for leaving a legacy because you want your influence to last far beyond your career or even your lifetime. By helping others, you will always be remembered as someone who mentored them, coached and supported them.

Finally, realign your life to pursue that significance, which may entail leaving a job, a relationship or something else in pursuit of your new goal.

Halftime is a gift, Smith writes, because it gives us a chance to readjust our priorities and ensure that we're leaving behind something for those who come after us.

"For those of us in leadership, halftime offers a chance to redefine our goals and use our influence for a purpose greater than ourselves," Smith concludes.

If this newsletter helps you, please tell your colleagues, friends or anyone who can benefit. Forward them this email, or send this link.

What topics do you see in your daily work that I should know about? Do you have any feedback you'd like to share? Drop me a note. And while you're at it, please send me photos of your pets, your office and where you spend your time off so we can share them.
LinkedIn X Facebook Email
Sharing SmartBrief on Leadership with your network keeps the quality of content high and these newsletters free.
Help Spread the Word
SHARE
Or copy and share your personalized link:
smartbrief.com/leadership/?referrerId=ozrlmJyztp
I think quite early on in a career, you have to be able to understand why the 'no' is happening. Of course, you can't help but take it personally sometimes.
Juno Temple,
actor
LinkedIn X Facebook Email
 
SmartBrief publishes more than 200 free industry newsletters - Browse our portfolio
Sign Up  |    Update Profile  |    Advertise with SmartBrief
Unsubscribe  |    Privacy policy
CONTACT US: FEEDBACK  |    ADVERTISE
SmartBrief Future
Copyright © 2024 SmartBrief. All Rights Reserved.
A division of Future US LLC
Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036.

Older messages

Employee preferences reshape return-to-office policies

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Get a handle on emotions now to avoid being triggered | practice (split each time) | Employee preferences reshape return-to-office policies Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Unknown Title at

How leaders can transform anger into a catalyst for change

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Handle election day stress with civility and guidelines | practice (split each time) | How leaders can transform anger into a catalyst for change Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Unknown Title at

Why leaders should embrace "fierce internal debate"

Monday, November 4, 2024

Win or lose, the best leaders can remain steady | practice (split each time) | Why leaders should embrace "fierce internal debate" Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Unknown Title at

Your team is stressed, so focus on what you can control

Friday, November 1, 2024

Your team is stressed, so focus on what you can control | practice (split each time) | 5 steps to instill vital behaviors in employees Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Unknown Title at Unknown

How to help Gen Z overcome deliberation paralysis

Thursday, October 31, 2024

How to help Gen Z overcome deliberation paralysis | practice (split each time) | How pumpkins can help you stop procrastination and delay Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Unknown Title at Unknown

You Might Also Like

Managing unpredictability: 5 lessons from a safari

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Managing unpredictability: 5 lessons from a safari | practice (split each time) | 5 questions to ask when you disagree with a superior Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Unknown Title at Unknown

Talk to your boss before quitting, but be strategic

Monday, December 2, 2024

Being blamed at work? How to stay calm and carry on | practice (split each time) | Talk to your boss before quitting, but be strategic Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Unknown Title at Unknown

460 — Drew Barontini

Saturday, November 30, 2024

Chief Product Officer at Differential ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏​ ͏

Weekly Jobs Update - 28 Nov, 2024

Thursday, November 28, 2024

New jobs at Fuel Labs, Conduit, Goldsky, Avara, P2P.org, Arrakis Finance, Gelato, Everstake, Autonomys Network, Symphony Labs, Re7 Capital, Octant, Nimbus, ZetaChain and more ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏

NoDesk: Issue #346

Thursday, November 28, 2024

A weekly newsletter with the best new remote jobs, stories and ideas from the remote work community, and occasional offbeat pieces to feed your curiosity. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏

4 Companies with a 4 Day Week 🔥

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Plus: a short history of the 9-5...͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌

How savoring the moment can improve your leadership

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

How savoring the moment can improve your leadership | practice (split each time) | 5 ways senior leaders can build a positive work culture Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Unknown Title at

When your top talent leaves, seek to understand why

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

How to master AI as a leader, before it masters you | practice (split each time) | When your top talent leaves, seek to understand why Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Unknown Title at Unknown

When your top talent leaves, seek to understand why

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

How to master AI as a leader, before it masters you | practice (split each time) | When your top talent leaves, seek to understand why Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Unknown Title at Unknown

[Arbinger Institute Research Report]: 2025 workplace trends

Monday, November 25, 2024

Download the Report Created for newsletterest1@gmail.com | Web Version This is a paid advertisement for SmartBrief readers. The content does not necessarily reflect the view of SmartBrief or its