It is critical for leaders to stay informed about current events. Even, when it feels like what is happening halfway around the globe has no impact on us.
Because, what is happening thousands of miles away DOES and WILL have an effect on us.
And, we can always learn from other leaders - good and bad.
Jeff was recently interviewed by the Strategic Studies Institute regarding Vladimir Putin choosing a path of escalation in his unnecessary war of aggression agains the Ukraine.
The interview is based on an article Jeff wrote in the US Army War College Quarterly publication, Parameters. We've included links to both the article and podcast below.
It is imperative Western policymakers know the consequences and how he might escalate further.
In this podcast Jeff examines recent events on the battlefield; the implications of the announced annexation of territory, mobilization of forces, and threats to employ “all means” to defend Russian territory.
Jeff also discusses the domestic ramifications and Russian thinking on “hybrid warfare” and the possible weaponization of food and energy as Putin determines future escalatory steps.
SSI's goal with this podcast is to assist American and European leaders in determining policies to deal with the ongoing crisis at this moment and prepare for an uncertain future.
We believe that our Diamond6 leadership circle can also greatly benefit from what Jeff shares in this interview.
Even the most seasoned leaders need reminders now and again
Even the most seasoned leaders need reminders now and again.
It's important to take a minute every now and then, look closely at how we're doing, and notice where we may need to make some improvements.
One leadership mistake we see leaders making again and again, no matter how experienced they may be, is confusing leadership and management.
I'm sure you KNOW they're different and even HOW they differ.
The challenge lies when we move into greater levels of responsibility and we have to transition out of managing and into leading.
The transition from managing to leading can be incredibly difficult.
And, if not done with clear intention can stop a good leader to becoming a great one.
For those who have been in a clear leadership role for a while, it can be difficult to not veer to far off into management-land every now and again.
Leadership and management are critical to the success of your organization when each is given the opportunity to fully focus on their area of expertise.
Peter Drucker reminds us in this succinct quote: "Management is doing things right, leadership is doing the right things."
Check out our article, "It's Time to Stop Confusing Leadership and Management" to read how to spot the difference.
And then I challenge you to do a little "leadership vs management self check."
