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When in Charge, Take Charge

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When in Charge 300x150_edited-1Initiative is all-important. A hierarchical organization with diffused accountability and a lack of initiative is little more than a house of cards.

Leaders can’t be afraid to take charge. Mistakes will come with the territory. The important thing is pulling together the right people for your team and creating a “bias for action” within your organization.

The fundamental building blocks for any strategy or task are mission and intent. If team members who find themselves at a decision point really understand mission and intent, they will instinctively know the right answer. They will then act instead of react, and not waste precious time seeking permission when action can be taken immediately to achieve the company’s objectives.

A good leader confronts the facts head-on. You may not always want to hear bad news but, if you ignore it, your organization will suffer. Never shoot the messenger, as it only encourages team members to not alert you to problems. Instead, react in a calm and measured manner. The first report is often incomplete, if not wrong, and more information should develop as you go along. Sometimes the issue isn’t as bad as anticipated and only requires a small fix.

Never be afraid to answer the call to action. As President Harry S. Truman once said, “Progress occurs when courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better.”

Contact us if you’d like some help setting with creating a “take charge” culture within your organization.

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Jeff Nix, Assistant General Manager – Detroit Pistons

The Level Five event was a great learning experience with real world applications. I believe in learning from those individuals who have lived through and can expertly share their life lessons. I highly recommend Robert Mixon and Level Five Associates.

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Marv Stein, CEO (Retired) – Stein Food Company

Experience is a prerequisite to progress! Nearly nine years ago I experienced progress as a friend of MG Robert Mixon. He led me to join the volunteer corps at Ft Carson, Co. His guidance and leadership led me to become a Good Neighbor at the Fort. Additionally, his abilities created a friendship for the post and the City of Pueblo which continues to thrive and grow. Prior to his command this condition did not exist.

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Gene Brown, LTCOL – USMCR (Res. Ret.)

Thank you for sharing your experiences, your time AND your leadership insight.  I recognize that you could do anything with your time but choose to use it to inspire the hidden leader in all of us.  I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to have met you and I’m especially grateful for your candid conversation.

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