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Crossroad Decision Logic: Do You Have What it Takes?

One colleague is comfortable in a job; well maybe too comfortable and has been presented with multiple opportunities outside of their comfort zone. (What to do?)

One colleague is faced with multiple crisis; delays, financial, resources, yet continue to operate in the same way; is now a good time to consider a change? (What to do?)

Many colleagues I know have hung a shingle after leaving (or kicked out of) the nest and are doubting their ability to create sustainable value on their own. (What to do?)

These stories come across my doorstep all the time and I think I can impart a few thoughts to consider when faced with such opportunities or challenges.

Questions to Ask Yourself When You Can’t Make a Decision:

  • If my friend were in the same situation what would I advise them to do?
  • If there were no consequences to my decision, what would I change?
  • Do I have the ability to choose my own destiny?
  • What if money, resources or time were not a barrier, what decision would I make?
  • If my time was short on this earth, what would be the best decision to make?

For a moment, you might dream of possibilities only if you could release yourself from real or artificial barriers; but usually you don’t take action.

Could the reason for not being able to change your situation is you can’t separate yourself from the situation and your own mindset?

I know about this, I’m you going through these same changes as we speak.

However, I have a gift to be able to listen to you deeply. I am able to ask questions such as the ones above and qualify what is holding you back and what you might want to change.

You’re not broken, but you are human who is faced with sometimes difficult decisions.

Can you do it alone?

I sure hope you can by going through some of the questions above.

If you can’t move forward alone, let me move with you.

I have a few offers for leaders wherever they’re at in their journey and at the level of support needed.

I’m here for you.

Reach out to me on my website to learn more about my support and how to contact me.

Until then, I wish you a good decision making day and know you’ve got this!

-Deb

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Deb Coviello, The Drop In CEO

Known as The Drop In CEO™, Deb’s superpower is lowering the temperature and elevating conversations with empathy and patience. As a speaker, author, podcaster, and consultant, she teaches C-Suite leaders how to establish a “Lift, Light, Lead” environment and create calm amidst chaos or crisis. She is the author of “The CEO’s Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track,” and, “The NEW CEO Playbook: Stop Chasing Results and Start Pursuing Peace of Mind.” Her long-running podcast, The Drop-In CEO, is in the top 1.5% globally among Apple podcasts.

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The Leadership Conundrum: Are You a Donut or a Donut Hole and is one better than the other?

It’s obvious isn’t it? Donuts look amazing with their glazes, sprinkles and cream fillings! The donut hole is the leftovers from the donut with just enough glaze or coating to make you feel amazing, but not too much that you feel guilty. Yet, both are effective at lifting your spirits up and gets the job done. So how does this relate to leadership?

Leadership can look glorious on the outside with all the perks and responsibility; aka the donut. There are also leaders that are not as polished, but equally effective in their outcomes; aka the donut hole. But at the end of the day, you need both leaders.

I’m experiencing this with a client that have leaders that are stand out and command the room. There are quiet leaders who get @#$@#$# done, but are not flashy. Which is better? I have come to realize in organizations you need both donuts and donut holes because both are critical to leading the organization. Never compare the two, but both compliment each other. Donuts can co-exist with donut holes and achieve amazing results.

So next time you’re building an organization; make sure you select both donuts and donut holes! Your team will thank you!

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Deb Coviello, The Drop In CEO

Known as The Drop In CEO™, Deb’s superpower is lowering the temperature and elevating conversations with empathy and patience. As a speaker, author, podcaster, and consultant, she teaches C-Suite leaders how to establish a “Lift, Light, Lead” environment and create calm amidst chaos or crisis. She is the author of “The CEO’s Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track,” and, “The NEW CEO Playbook: Stop Chasing Results and Start Pursuing Peace of Mind.” Her long-running podcast, The Drop-In CEO, is in the top 1.5% globally among Apple podcasts.

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