dr. steven m. hays freshman seminar bishop kearney high school
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Dr. Steven M. HaysFreshman Seminar
Bishop Kearney High School
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Vision and Quick Victories Symbolism and Personal Example Optimism and Reality Stamina The Team Message Core Team Values Conflict Lighten Up! Risk Tenacious Creativity
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Channel energy toward two equally important goals◦ Continually be aware of ultimate destination◦ Be vigilant in focusing scarce resources of organization
on critical short term tasks Create momentum Ensure survival
Application for organizations◦ What are key opportunities for action?◦ What are structures and routines that you use to create a
sense of stability?◦ Can you think of distractions that would affect the morale of
organization?◦ What are your short-term milestones?
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Set a personal example◦ Use visible, memorable symbols and behaviors
Can mean difference between success and failure Let people see you in action
Application for leaders◦ How can you give the right speech to mobilize the power
of the organization?◦ What are you doing to ensure you are a visible leader?
What is your visibility plan? How much time do you spend out of the office?
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Instill optimism and self-confidence Stay grounded in reality Begin by instilling optimism in yourself Believe you will succeed and it will pass to others
◦ “I was ever a fighter, so – one fight, more, The best and the last!... For sudden the worst turns the best
to the brave. The Black minute’s at end…“Prospice” – Robert
Browning
Application:◦ How do leaders react when faced with adversity or
potential setback?◦ Think about a current business challenge you are facing.
What are you doing to instill optimism?◦ How do leaders stay in touch with reality and get the full
picture?
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Leaders must take care of themselves ◦ Maintain stamina ◦ Let go of guilt
Pursuing lofty goals can place heavy demands on physical and psychological reserves
Personal Application ◦ Are you taking care of yourself, as well as those who work
for you?◦ Who do you turn to when you need to vent?◦ Do you let feelings of guilt or frustration distract you?
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Reinforce team message constantly◦ “We are one – we live or die together”
Challenges faced by organizations can only be overcome through unified effort
Keep everyone informed, involved and thinking about solutions
Application for leaders◦ What can be done to promote a sense of shared identity for
the organization?◦ Are team values explicit and understood by all? Are they used
to make decisions?◦ What else can leaders do to promote identification with the
team?◦ How would you assess the quality of communication among
those in your organization?◦ Do all members of the organization have a clear picture of
challenges faced by team as a whole? Do they have a sense of personal responsibility for the team’s success?
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Minimize status differences
Insist on courtesy and mutual respect
Be willing to admit mistakes
Create an environment in which taking care of one another is the norm◦ Helps forge emotional
bonds
Application: ◦ Are there special
distinctions that create differences in class or status at your organization?
◦ Would you describe the leadership at your organization as “being in the trenches”, “above the action”, or “looking on”?
◦ Does the culture of the organization reinforce courtesy and mutual respect?
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Master conflict◦ Deal with anger in small doses◦ Engage dissidents◦ Avoid needless power struggles
Lessons for Leaders◦ Identify individuals or groups that undermine your
leadership◦ Be proactive and keep troublemakers close by◦ Find ways to minimize negative impact of their behaviors◦ Treat everyone, including dissidents, with respect even
when they are antagonistic◦ Be willing to set limits◦ Avoid the temptation to denigrate malcontents and keep
personal opinions about people to yourself
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Find something to celebrate Find something to laugh about Under extreme pressure the ability to lighten up,
celebrate, and laugh can make all the difference
Application: Do you celebrate major successes and achievements?
◦ Do you look for opportunities to celebrate small wins? ◦ Do those you manage feel free to be themselves and to find
humor in work situations?◦ Can you laugh at yourself?
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Be willing to take the BIG Risk Never take unnecessary chances When risk is justified, do not hesitate
Personal Application ◦ Are there any risks you might take to improve the
effectiveness or profitability of your organization?◦ Is there a risk you might take to improve your
own effectiveness as a leader?
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Never give up – there’s always another move Encourage thinking outside the box
Personal Application◦ How would you characterize your core beliefs about
problems and obstacles?◦ What are your typical reactions when things go wrong?◦ Do you have a systematic process for identifying
problems and finding solutions?◦ Have you demonstrated tenacious creativity in making
things happen in your organization?
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“It is never too late to be what you might have been”- George Eliot
Find an environment that supports learning Practice the art of thriving
◦ Work◦ Relationships◦ Physical health ◦ Sense of purpose◦ Balance
Come to terms with fear and failure