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Adventure beyond the keyboard: Growth strategies for senior leaders

When you're at the top, getting direct feedback gets tougher, and figuring out how to improve becomes a bit of a puzzle. This talk is your guide to cracking that puzzle, and make leadership growth less of a mystery and more of an adventure!

Speakers: Annyce Davis

Annyce Davis

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October 02, 2024

When you’re at the top, getting direct feedback gets tougher, and figuring out how to improve becomes a bit of a puzzle.

This talk is your guide to cracking that puzzle, and make leadership growth less of a mystery and more of an adventure!

In this talk we will dive into: 

  • Strategies for effectively interpreting unspoken feedback, utilizing various methods such as peer reviews and team performance data to stay connected with your team and business even when traditional feedback avenues diminish.
  • Identifying meaningful leadership success metrics beyond project timelines and team productivity to understand areas of strength and areas for improvement.
  • Crafting a growth roadmap including setting ambitious goals, selecting valuable resources, and establishing personal accountability mechanisms for continuous development.

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