b'DEVELOPMENTGood businessHow can I coach to this persons strengths?leaders create aWhat should I never do in managing them?Keep this information in a safe place and make a habit vision, articulateof referring to it often.the vision, 3. Listen Impactfullypassionately ownToo often, we listen to respond. Visionary leaders take the vision, andthe time to truly listen to their people. Instead of listen-ing to respond, listen to hear whats being said. Theres relentlessly drive ita reason we have two ears but only one mouth.to completion. Habitually show an honest desire to understand whats being said by eliminating all distractions and asking meaningful follow-up questions. Ensure psychological- Jack Welch, safety and exhibit empathy where its needed. Andformer CEO of finally, be open to feedback. Feedback is a gift thatGeneral Electric leads to growth.4. Embrace FailuresIf Nick Woodman didnt embrace his failures, GoPro wouldnt exist. Visionary leaders embrace their fail-ensuring everyones voices are heard and valuedures and learn from them. When something fails, along the way. Remember, its okay for your vision toalways take time to evaluate what went well, what change! Without anticipating change, Henry Ford andyou would change, and what you learned from the Reed Hastings would have very different stories. experience.2. Motivate Individuals Maintaining resiliency and positivity will help your team maintain resiliency and positivity as well. As Each member of your team contributes to the successa leader, youre setting an example for everyone to of your team overall. Its important to devote time tofollow.getting to know each member of your team individ-ually. Start by asking them to reflect on these fourLets Tie It All Togetherthings:Its time to move your company forward, and as a Whats motivating you to succeed? visionary leader, you can make that happen. Jack How do you like to be recognized? Welch, the former CEO of General Electric, said, Good What should I always do when managing you? business leaders create a vision, articulate the vision, passionately own the vision, and relentlessly drive it to What should I never do when managing you? completion. Ensure you clearly define your vision and Finding out these answers will help you push each indi- create habits that support your vision along the way.viduals hot buttons. Once youve learned that infor- Sight is a function of your eyes, but vision is a function mation, its time to ask yourself four questions: of your heart. Truly invest in your vision, and others How can I motivate this individual? will invest in it with you.How can I recognize this individual?An Executives Guide to Visionary Leadership105'