By The most effective CEOs are mastering their craft not by doing more – but by being more intentional in how they lead. One simple, strategic question can dramatically increase your impact:
Where can I BE MORE and Do Less?
Below are three ways to practice this discipline:
1. Be More Bold
Bold leadership cultivates clarity, builds trust and accelerates execution.
- Making decisions decisively
- Making Clear Requests that include clear expectations and timelines
- Asking disruptive questions that challenge assumptions
- Addressing issues early – before they become expensive
2. Be More Responsible
Your organization mirrors the standards you set for yourself.
- Preparing rigorously for key
- Listening to understand vs listening to
- What I am giving my time
- Managing my energy as a leadership
3. Be More Observant
What you notice, and what you ignore, shapes your culture.
- Who is fully participating in conversations?
- Who is demonstrating ownership of our vision and strategy?
- How often do I need to be right in conversations?
- What consistently irritates me and why?
Your 30-day Leadership Experiment:
For the next 30 days, choose one of these practices. Be deliberate. Do less reacting. Notice the impact—on your decisions, your team, and your organization’s momentum.
Mastery isn’t about doing more. It’s about being more of the leader your organization needs.
Challenge For the Week:
In your upcoming conversations:
- Notice when you hear what you need to hear vs what others want you to hear.
- Pay attention to the language of commitment.
- Tune into non-verbal cues – especially when words and tone and pace don’t align.
“You can’t lead what you don’t fully understand—and you can’t understand if you’re not truly listening.”
