Part Three - Would these series of questions make a difference in your Leadership APPROACH?

2016-01-03 15:49:29 -0500

Part Three - Would these series of questions make a difference in your Leadership APPROACH?

WHAT'S KEEPING YOU FROM FALLING ASLEEP AT NIGHT?

WHAT'S WAKING YOU UP AT 3:00 IN THE MORNING?

WHAT ROADBLOCKS ARE HOLDING YOU BACK? (OR PREVENTING YOU FROM MOVING AHEAD?)

RP Members test these QUESTIONS out and see which ones "feel" most natural.

Find out which ones provide you with the most meaningful responses. Then make them a continual part of your leadership approach!

Response by LTC John Shaw made Jan 3 at 2016 3:56 PM

2016-01-03 15:56:17 -0500

II like these and they are excellent questions to ask after you have exhausted the direct approach. What is my vision for the group or team. What specific accomplishments can I or my team achieve in the day, week, etc. Have I provided all the guidance, training, tools needed to execute.

Response by PO1 John Miller made Jan 3 at 2016 4:20 PM

2016-01-03 16:20:48 -0500

Great questions:
If I may be allowed to answer them (speaking only for myself of course):

1. Knowing that I didn't accomplish everything I set out to get done today.
2. See response #1
3. Mostly myself not working as hard as I could.

Response by MAJ Rene De La Rosa made Jan 3 at 2016 4:53 PM

2016-01-03 16:53:36 -0500

COL Mikel Burroughs Sir, a completely solid question. I am concerned whether I am doing a good job at work, am able to sustain my family, and am making advancements in my career field.

Response by SFC Eric Williams made Jan 3 at 2016 5:04 PM

2016-01-03 17:04:30 -0500

I need to go back and find Parts 1 and 2.

Questions one and two appear to be somewhat redundant. However the context are meaningful, as we already understand what the effects of prolonged sleep deprivation can likely be. Question three is a classic which every leader should carry in his/her "fix it now" kit. All are questions that every leader should, ask of both themselves and their led...

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 7 at 2016 11:43 PM

2016-01-07 23:43:27 -0500

All great questions. And since we're discussing leadership approach, I think it's worthwhile to ask a few more questions:

1) Would I follow and respect me?

2) Would I look up to myself as a mentor/role model?

3) Would I see my own actions, and BELIEVE that I am doing my best as a leader?

Asking yourself these questions, while trying to put yourself in the mindset and shoes of your subordinates, can be quite eye opening.

I recently had some struggles with BEING a leader for my Airmen, as well as having their respect. I was made aware of my own actions as well as the situation at hand, and I took a step back and thought about these questions. I must say, it has made quite the difference in my leadership approach, my working relationship with my subordinates, and even helped me to not have to worry as much as I had in the past regarding your first question... Your third question helps find a solution to my three questions, and acting upon the solution can help to resolve your first two questions.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 22 at 2016 12:53 AM

2016-02-22 00:53:01 -0500

Interesting, I'll have to think these over and reply when I get a chance.