How to Master Leadership Roles leveraging Strategic Insights and Business Tenets with Tom Heiser
Summary:
In this episode, Gene discusses management principles and leadership strategies for senior leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs with Tom Heiser, previously CEO of ClickSoftware, EVP at EMC, and President at RSA the cyber division of EMC. They cover topics such as opening the aperture, balancing strategy and tactics, embracing change, connecting the dots, and more. The conversation emphasizes the importance of learning from tough times, setting a clear vision, and problem-solving with a positive mindset.
Takeaways
In this episode, Gene discusses management principles and leadership strategies for senior leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs with Tom Heiser, previously CEO of ClickSoftware, EVP at EMC, and President at RSA the cyber division of EMC. They cover topics such as opening the aperture, balancing strategy and tactics, embracing change, connecting the dots, and more. The conversation emphasizes the importance of learning from tough times, setting a clear vision, and problem-solving with a positive mindset.
Takeaways
- Balancing strategy and tactics is crucial for success in leadership roles.
- Embracing change and learning from tough times are essential for personal and professional growth.
- The rule of 15 degrees emphasizes the importance of iteration and continuous improvement in business strategies.
- Asking 'why' five times to find the root cause is a valuable problem-solving technique.
- Maintaining a positive mindset and focusing on the achievable is key to overcoming challenges in leadership and business.
- Setting a clear vision and connecting the dots between current state and desired state is essential for success in business and leadership.
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