Purpose

Goal Setting Workshop For A Leading Footwear Brand

It is one of the greatest responsibilities of the leadership to develop a goal plan which clarifies purpose, strengthens internal processes and challenges the individuals within the organization. Last week, we helped one of our clients (A leading premium footwear brand) in defining performance and devising water tight ‘team and individual goals’ for the current year. This was done by our Goal Setting Workshop. The workshop was attended by entire Senior Leadership Team including the CEO himself. The program began with brainstorming on which parameters to consider for ‘Performance Measurement’ and was facilitated by Dr Raj. It was followed by The Business Model Canvas exercise which aided the teams rediscover their key customers and stakeholders, (both internal and external) and the value proposition they bring in. Using this as the starting point, the Business Expectations from each other were spelled out. With the help of these crucial inputs, the teams could crystallize their business objectives into clearly articulated goals on the Balanced Score Card Format after having weighed all other tools of Performance Management. Overall, a very satisfying and fulfilling day of learning and a successful day of goal setting.

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Anyone can be a leader – if you choose to be one!

Firstly, upfront let us state that leadership is not a position; it is action! You can be a leader if you choose to be one! What does it mean to lead?  Leadership is the ability to understand the bigger picture, collaborate, influence, share and bring the best of self & others to achieve the goal. To perform the above action, one need not have a position as a prerequisite. Therefore, we say that anyone who can perform this action can be a leader. Of course, if one is offered a position, it may facilitate the leadership action better. However, leadership is not contingent upon a title or position. Anyone can become; but a few become While anyone can be a leader, only a few will actually end up demonstrating leadership. Why? While I have the opportunity to lead, I may not have the desire to lead. Unless I choose to lead, you cannot expect leadership from me! What drives such a choice to lead?  It is rather a complex question. You may expect some returns and therefore you lead. Or you lead because you are driven by the purpose. Either ways, you need to have a reason to choose leadership. If it is intrinsic influence, then your energy to lead is likely to last longer despite hardships.  Article By: Dr. Raj, CEO, HR Footprints Management Services Pvt. Ltd. Follow Dr. Raj on twitter @drraj29

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remembering the mahatma

Remembering the Mahatma Through a Special Book

Mahatma Gandhi forever remains as our inspiration. Remembering  Mahatma  as our  leader  gives  us  a sense  of  pride  as  a nation.  His  gospel  of  non-violence  lead  us  to  our  freedom  in  1947.  Often  referred  to  as  the ‘father  of  the  nation’ Gandhiji was the embodiment of calm and  character.  A true  leader  in  every  sense. Even today, when we facilitate any program on leadership, people take Gandhiji as the first example! On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanthi, we are here remembering the Mahatma through one special book! Gandhi on Personal Leadership Anand Kumarasamy authored this book and was published by Jaico in 2006. When I saw the contents page, I was drawn into it instantly and I bought it. The special feature that  I experienced with this book is the chapter titles  that make you think even without reading them! There are in total 40 chapters and I am sharing here the top chapters! My choicest chapters A strong sense of purpose The importance of character The power of our everyday choices and actions The importance of risking failures The value of creative tension The power of conscience The importance of trust The law of personal responsibility Personal honesty and authenticity Balancing action and reflection Review by:  Dr. Raj Kumar, CEO HR Footprints Management Services Pvt Ltd Follow us on Twitter: @hrfootprints

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