270 - The No. 1 Problem of Great Leaders
Discover why great leaders struggle with promotions and how to overcome this challenge by adopting a strategic mindset and building a supportive network. Learn how to use proven tactics to rise through the ranks while staying true to your leadership values.
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The No. 1 Problem of Great Leaders
Great leaders often face an unexpected barrier in their career progression—they don’t utilize the strategies that less effective managers use to climb the corporate ladder. In this episode of The Daily Hint with Jens Heitland, we explore why great leaders are sometimes overlooked for promotions and how they can change that dynamic without compromising their integrity.
The key lies in adopting a mindset shift. Instead of passively waiting for recognition, leaders need to embrace the belief that they have the power to achieve any position they aspire to. This starts with self-confidence and is reinforced by strategic networking. By building a strong network, leaders can gain access to higher levels within the organization, unlocking opportunities they may not have previously considered.
While bad managers may use aggressive tactics like “elbowing” their way to the top, great leaders can use a more thoughtful approach. With the right strategy and tactics, leaders can advance their careers with the full support of their teams. In this episode, we break down how to apply these methods to your leadership journey. Tune in and discover how to turn your leadership strengths into promotion opportunities.
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Transcript:
Great leaders have one problem. They don't utilize the tricks that bad managers use to get promoted. But that's going to change. I will teach you how you as a great leader can be promoted. Utilizing all the tricks that bad managers are using. And that starts with your mindset. And the mindset is, you can do whatever you want.
You can achieve whatever you want. Believe in yourself as a true leader. And then you build a network that gets you into the levels of the organization you have never thought of. And that's what bad managers are doing. They take the elbows to get there. You will use strategy and tactics. And because you're a good leader, everyone that works with you will support you.
Try that. I will promise you.