The Leader’s Pocket Guide

John Baldoni

Self Knowledge = Insight + Practice

Think More critically

1. Question assumptions

2. Adopt different perspectives

3. See potential

Character trumps perfection

Leadership brand = Authenticity +Connectivity

Accountability = Responsibility + consequence

3 ways to generate hope

1. Reflect

2. Recharge

3. React

Self Confidence = Accomplishment +Conviction

Don’t let yesterday take up too much of today.

Responsibility= Ownership + Commitment

Level with yourself

1. Look in the mirror

2. Insist on candor

3. Put your beliefs into action

Keep your ego in check

1. Accept praise but remain sceptical

2. Reflect on your shortcomings

3. Listen to your friends

Thinking critically

1. Size up the situation

2. Debate the alternatives

3. Reflect on the process

Leadership Thinking = Reason + Situation

Strong leaders view compromise as a means of building stronger

teams.

Improve team performance

1. Value them

2. Push them

3. Inspire them

4. Know when to step in

Strong leaders put team first by

1. Thinking outcome

2. Finding common ground

3. Celebrating the Union

Generating enthusiasm at work

1. Focus on the positive

2. Address the negatives

3. Set high expectations

Good leaders put principle ahead of policy.

3 Pillars of inspiration

1. Realism

2. Improvement

3. Optimism