Comments on: Shared Vision

By: Mike Henry

Mike Henry — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:56:29 +0000

Thanks for the comment and the recommendation Jennifer. I appreciate the additional info.

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:14:44 +0000

Mike,

One of the best (albeit way old) reference tools on this topic is The Fifth Discipline Fieldbook by Peter Senge (and others). Published in 1994, I still refer to it and find it to be a useful tool. Your readers can find it on Amazon.com.

Nice post!
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By: Mike Henry Sr.

Mike Henry Sr. — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:48:33 +0000

Jane, thanks for the nice comment. As for understanding, wouldn’t we all be better off if we remembered that we aren’t the center of the universe. I know I constantly need that reminder. It helps me to focus on others and try to make sure I understand them before I attempt to be understood.

Mike…

By: Mike Henry Sr.

Mike Henry Sr. — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:47:03 +0000

Chrissann, I appreciate your comment. This whole process does build trust. When we can collaborate with teammates and let them increase their contribution, it increases their trust. Mike... .-= Mike Henry Sr.´s last blog ..Shared Vision =-.

By: Mike Henry Sr.

Mike Henry Sr. — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:45:07 +0000

Barry, I appreciate how you added two clarifying items: 1) Yes, appreciate encompasses respect. And 2) it does become self-enforcing. The team, understanding each person's role, helps hold one another accountable. Thanks for the comments. .-= Mike Henry Sr.´s last blog ..Shared Vision =-.

By: Jane Perdue

Jane Perdue — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:33:07 +0000

Mike — love how you stress the importance of first understanding, then taking action. Understanding the team, its work and its impact on the rest of the organization are foundational elements to successful outcomes. Good, good stuff!

By: Chrissann Ruehle

Chrissann Ruehle — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 03:03:59 +0000

Thanks, Mike, for sharing this article as it very insightful! As leaders, I think there is a natural tendency for us to jump in and immediately develop the vision ourselves. However, by taking a step back and working through this process of listening to our teams and collaborating on a vision, it helps to build a foundation of trust. Effective leadership is built on mutual trust and respect. Team members feel empowered and accountable when they are involved in creating a vision for the team. It is a delicate balance; moving from visioneer to project manager. It’s like anything else; it requires dedication, commitment and practice.

Thanks again for sharing this excellent information!

Best regards,
Chrissann

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By: Barry Werner

Barry Werner — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:08:37 +0000

This is excellent material. The theory is easier than the implementation but the end result is worth any amount of difficulty in the process. For the process to work your lead statement “First you must appreciate other contributors.” is absolutely true. I am assuming that the word “appreciate” encompasses respect. If the process is done right the team becomes self-enforcing, they keep the vision on track and the team focused on the vision and that makes a leader’s job much easier.

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