Blog tagged as decision-making

Moving into a new role can feel exciting and slightly terrifying, like switching from driving a familiar route to merging onto a highway you’ve never been on before.

Everyone faces moments that send their temper into orbit. Sound familiar? When anger takes the driver’s seat, most of us don’t exactly morph into Zen masters.

Early in my career, I was fortunate to work for Procter & Gamble (P&G), a place where debate was encouraged, critical thinking was expected, and strategy was treated as a discipline, not a document.

Having a leadership title doesn’t guarantee influence. It comes from being seen as a strategic partner who understands the business as a whole.

Strong leaders don’t just manage people; they also ensure that systems run smoothly. Understanding and optimizing your organizational processes is an essential practice of effective leadership.