180. Driving Through The Rearview Mirror

Key Takeaways

• Lagging Indicators Are Like the Bathroom Scale: They show you where you've been, not where you're going.
• Leading Indicators Are Your GPS: They help you navigate toward your desired destination.
• Don't Wait for the Annual Review: Proactively assess your leadership through tools like surveys and audits.

Actionable Insights

• Measure What Matters: Focus on behaviors and actions that drive results, not just outcomes.
• Seek Feedback Regularly: Use anonymous surveys and audits to gain insights into your leadership effectiveness.
• Adjust Course as Needed: Use leading indicators to make real-time adjustments to your leadership approach.

Leadership Challenge

• Reflect on a recent leadership decision. What were the leading indicators that influenced your choice?
• How can you incorporate more leading indicators into your leadership practice?
• Share your insights with a mentor or peer for feedback.

Final Thought

Don't drive your leadership journey by staring at the rearview mirror. Use leading indicators as your GPS to navigate toward success.