A Michael Moment
a moment of insight from executive coach Michael Wolkensperg
Getting a handle on prioritization
The keys to executive success are many, but near the top of the list has to be the ability to prioritize - be able to separate the important from the unimportant, and do it with a sense of confidence.
Most people find that difficult. Prioritization is risky - what if I select wrong and it is not the priority. Not only does it look bad on me, but I lose time, resources, and opportunity while I make the necessary correction.
One easy way to check is to ask, "Am I doing that which only I can do?" In other words, am I working at my level, at a level appropriate to my position. At the very least this will lift you above the weeds and help to gain the all important perspective. You'll know where you are on the strategy map and can better decide if what you are doing is in fact the priority, or quickly take corrective action.
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