Why Bother With Distributed Leadership
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Why Embrace Distributed Leadership?
Summary
As a Boston University Graduate School of Business alum, I occasionally glance through the Bostonia alumni magazine. Recently, an article by Professor George Labovitz caught my attention. He delved into how alignment can drive exceptional organizational success.Insightful Beginnings
The article drew me in with its opening line: "More than thirty years of research has shown that aligned and integrated organizations outperform their nearest competitors in every major financial measure." Although not commonly adopted, those who implement alignment achieve a significant competitive edge.Understanding Alignment
Alignment is when strategy, people, customers, and essential processes work together to drive growth and profits. Leaders who embrace alignment reduce hierarchy and distribute authority, information, and customer data. This approach ensures every employee understands the organization’s strategy and their role in achieving it.The Role of Distributed Leadership
Effective alignment relies on distributed leadership, empowering every unit and level of an organization. This enables employees to act knowledgeably and independently, freeing leadership to focus on higher-level tasks.Key Strategies
1. Foster Connection: Ensure everyone understands their stake in the organization’s success.2. Encourage Holistic Thinking: Employees need the bigger picture to make informed decisions.
3. Link to Vision and Goals: Integrate company goals beyond departmental targets to broaden understanding.
4. Acknowledge Contributions: Reward efforts towards the organization’s main objectives.
5. Enhance Interaction: Create chances for personal connections, promoting better collaboration.
6. Iterate Processes: Encourage ongoing action, not one-time efforts.
Conclusion
So, why invest in distributed leadership? It equips organizations to transform from good to great. Just like family silver, excellence shines brighter with regular use and care.You can find the original non-AI version of this article here: Why Bother With Distributed Leadership .
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