2050

On Getting What You Set Out to Accomplish with Your Team:
The Communication Edition
✨Working with Leadership and Executives daily, one skill that everyone benefits from focusing on is Communication.

By increasing self-awareness, most can drill to this singular area, identify how it is inhibiting the full potential of their own, their teams, their companies, their relationships.

How do you learn though after you already have your 'style' or what you perceive to be your 'winning formula'?

✨Leverage our easy to use AIDE process.

For today's conversation, we will discover how implementing our AIDE approach can affect your Communication Impact.
👉Grab a notebook and your pen!

🎯A is Awareness: Has someone mentioned or have you noticed that some of your messages, spoken, digital, from a stage or a screen, are not having quite the impact you assumed you would make?

Has any hinted that your tone might be off either in written word or in conversations?

Have you delivered what you thought was a clear set of actions, but found people asking for clarification, doing it wrong, or not following through at all?

👉Resist being discouraged or blaming others. This knowledge has now awakened you to an incredible awareness of opportunities you could be missing, challenges you are creating- or both!

🎯I is Intention: Take time to review the thoughts from your 'Awareness' phase and write down what you are willing to do to right the ship.

Include Time, Resources, Mentors, anything that helps you make a solid commitment before the next step.

🎯D is Discovery: Suit up! This one takes an extra dose of humility + courage.
Get the data and the full picture together. Ask others what they are experiencing. Listen to others. Above, below, around you.

Now, start to map out how significant your Communication Gapmay have been in keeping you off track. Time, Dollars, Results, People, Sales, Earnings...Include everything.

This list might be daunting or simple. It's important either way.

Write down where you should be and begin the Discovery how you will pivot and get on a smoother track to success.

🎯E is Expectations: These are for yourself, not others yet. Define the true baseline of where you are now with your Communication Effectiveness across all people and platforms currently, and where you intend to be.

⌚Add in When. A timeline is important. Set intermediate check-ins and milestones to keep you moving forward swiftly.

📚We can't forget How. What tools, coaching, resources do you need to complete this important task of impacting others powerfully with clarity?

Now you have a fully laid out AIDE plan to improve your Communication Impact.

Watch how your interactions change. Pay attention to how you think about what you are going to say/write shifts.

✨Notice the subtle and significant changes.

Watch for the results. You can do this and the results from increasing Clarity, Intention and Expectations in your Communication brings an astounding ROI.

2049

On Your Weekend!
Are your weekends for recreation or relaxation?
A break from people or a time to meet up?
Time to blast away to someplace else, or explore your own surroundings?
Project time or time to enjoy your past projects?
Will you be watching sport or participating?
Cheering kids on or setting your own records?
Big celebrations or coffee with a friend?

I have a splash of a few of these and can't wait.

✨Whatever it is that motivates, inspires or replenishes you, I'm wishing you an extra dose of it this beautiful September weekend.

Feel free to show and share with what you choose to fill your time.

#BetterTogether #Motivation #Inspiration #Replenish #Celebrate #Relax

2048

One of the very best compliments we hear? That what we are providing exceeds what we portray here on LinkedIn...and how much FORWARD Exec Career Services has impacted them and their career.

Life can look different. You have an opportunity to partner with a proven team with a proven, unique and customized process.

What do you need to do? Reach out- one time- we'll take it from there.
It's easier than ever for busy leaders and executives to have premier professional services at their fingertips.

Foster Strategies Group. FORWARD Executive Career Services.
Proudly serving Automotive since 2019.

#AutomotiveCareers #ExecutiveCareer #LeadershipCareers #CareerCoaching #CareerStrategy #AutomotiveLeadership #AutomotiveRetailJobs #AutomotiveRetailPositions #AutomotivePartnerCareers #Ikigai #CareerGrowthStrategy
#CareerPath #CorporateLeadershipDevelopment

2046

On New Beginnings. Choosing a Fresh Start.
A former executive of a large company has been our client for a while now. Even with their elevated position of leadership, there were backdoor deals made, unknown to them.

They had to make incredibly difficult decisions. Some were immediate, some needed planning.

✨From that day, there would always be a 'Before' and 'After' story.

They might not have seen the untowardly heading their way, even though there were winds of change, coded conversations and atypical moves. But they were a loyal, trusting team player and assumed the best.

Here we are now. Changed forever. A bit dusted, egos bruised and self-doubt. "How did I miss this?" and "Is my reputation inextricably attached to the mess that was made" are ever-present thoughts, at times, nearly paralyzing any thoughts of the future.

When they reached out, in a bit of curiosity and trepidation, they were not sure what we could do together. Having been referred by another client of ours, a trusted colleague and friend of theirs, they made the decision to partner with us.

✨Once we engage, I become their one-on-one Executive Coach. We are transparent, look at their situation without emotion or judgment, but with care for today and their best future. Sometimes it takes a few sessions before they begin to see the difference we are making, but it always happens sooner than you might have imagined for such an arrangement.

We have now moved beyond the 'chaos' learning what we needed to about themselves, others and how well they handled this inconceivable situation.

📈Now, we are on to forward action only.

They have a fresh start, a blank slate, yet one with years and years of tremendous experiences, wins, skills and most of all, people who appreciated them.

We are using this time of the year, this season of change, to breathe fresh life into a tired and weary conversation. We don't needed to revisit this black hole any longer. We have buried it. But you do have to do the work to do so.

✨To watch the faces live on camera change right in front of your eyes is a privilege I will never be able to fully explain. Hope returns. They know they have found a reliable partner. Ideas turn into word turning into action...like they did previously.

They rediscover their power. Their purpose. And now, we can wrap it up into even greater strength and commitment for what's next.

I use our 'AIDE' process at this point. Once we introduce this, our clients apply this process to make all decisions until it becomes an intrinsic habit.

👉AIDE Process
A- Awareness: Whether you or another brings this to light, the full realization something is requiring attention.

This is where it begins.
Clear the table, wipe the slate, go forward, become Aware.

Our Executive Career client will be working towards their better future.
We will be there for the all the way.

✨This can be your fresh-start season also. We'd love to help.
#ExecutiveCareerServices #Career #Coach

2044

We listen to what is on the minds of high-performing leaders daily. They have many traits in common:

✨Career Growth is stunted
✨Internal Mobility is on the backburner
✨Recognition is light
✨Appreciation is not readily shared
✨Undue Pressure continues
✨Compensation has not been adjusted
✨Responsibilities are increasing
✨Expectations are rising rapidly
✨The Company's Future is getting blurry
✨Leadership Team is showing fractures

We built our Executive Career Services and Corporate Leadership Development programs to address these genuine concerns head on.

Growth-Blockers are also Business Blockers.

We are unlocking new levels of success at a rapid rate and welcome you to experience a world where you can get what you have earned.

2042

Who have you caught up with on the road recently?

Isn't it terrific when we get a chance to see a colleague and friend during our busy work travels?

I loved hearing that Paul Meijer was in #Norfolk and able to connect with Automotive Marketing Leader, Jennifer (Blount) Sanford.

Because of his visit, he was able to be one of the first to learn of Jennifer's new company, Sanford Marketing.

We wish Jen the best of luck and we want to know who you've run into lately. Please send us pictures and add them here..

#BetterTogether #AutomotiveLeadership #Network #ExecutiveCareers

2041

Owners, CEOs, please take better care of your people.
Don't rely on GMs or Management to tell you how things are going.
You're in charge. They often don't or feel they can't tell you the truth.

Another set of plausible and too-familiar instances of unfair treatment and uneven work environments this week.
Women and Men. Men and Women. All seasoned, talented and desirable talent to another company.

Taking time to reflect, here are a few questions to ponder. It will be even more impactful for you if you write these questions on paper and draft your thoughts.

✍🏼How well do you really know those in charge?
✍🏼What could/should/must you be asking them?
✍🏼What is the risk if you don't?

And please try very hard not to allow your own financial situation and security shade your eyes from the challenges your people are experiencing.

Step down, conduct conversations, take surveys, listen and learn... and commit to doing better. I am glad to help, but you can always start these activities with or without a partner. The most important thing is starting.
Your people deserve it.

#LeadershipMatter #PeopleResources #BetterTogether #ExecutiveCoach #CorporateLeadershipTraining #TalentAcquisition #EmployeeAttrition #JobAbandonment #CareerOpportunities

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2040

On Compensation Discrepancy Perception
🔍 What is the gap between current compensation and where you feel/thought/hoped it would be?

At ✨FORWARD Executive Career Services, we understand that leaders and executives like you deserve to be rewarded for the incredible value you bring to your organization. That's why we specialize in helping you achieve the compensation and impact you truly deserve.

💼 We are dedicated to assisting you in resetting the levels of your financial, influence, and authority impact zones. We know that your expertise and dedication are unparalleled, and it's our mission to ensure that your compensation reflects that.

🌟 Imagine having your financial goals met while also expanding your sphere of influence and authority. With ✨FORWARD Executive Career Services by your side, this vision can become a reality.

📈 When you reach out to connect (that's your part!) we can have a conversation about how we can work together to align your compensation with your true worth. Your success is our priority, and we're excited to be a part of your journey toward greater financial and professional fulfillment.

For today, we would like to hear your thoughts on compensation disparity and how it might be affecting you or others at your organization.

Thank you for joining in our highly informative polls. Feel free to use our polls as a roundtable discussion at your next leadership meeting.

#Automotive #Leadership #ExecutiveCoaching #ExecutiveCareerStrategy

#CompensationElevation #LeadershipImpact #ExecutiveSuccess #FORWARD #ExecutiveCareerGrowth #FinancialFulfillment #FosterStrategiesGroup #ExecutiveCareerCoach

2039

In one simple picture, with one small gesture, this illustrates the Poshmark community.

It is simultaneously reminiscent of Airbnb when I started with them 8 years ago, as opposed to the epic disaster it has become.

The human touch. The extra level of kindness and appreciation and thoughtfulness.

These intentions are evident every time I navigate Poshmark and are nearly extinct from the Airbnb experience today.

What does this say about the service levels companies offer when they begin versus what they often deteriorate to if left unconsidered and unwatched?

Never trust the clouded view from above.

Right here, at the ground level, even in my home. This is where you define customer experience.

The hidden dangers of growth aren't hidden in this daylight.

2038

Our Thought of the Day for this Saturday. It may sound slightly whimsical at first glance. But I ask you to read it out loud. And do it 3 more times. Louder!

👉What part is truly whimsical?
👉How did it land on you?
👉Did you feel like this sounded self-centered? It should!

✨Remember, no one is coming as the remarkable Mel Robbins reminds us in her work.
"No one is coming to rescue you," is her theme.

My added message to you, "No one is coming to know your deepest dreams, goals, visions," however you prefer to call them.

No one knows precisely how embedded that passion lies within you.
No one knows how committed you are to bringing your ideas to life.

💥Say it again, "Due to personal reasons, I will be busy today succeeding at everything I set out to do!"

This also reminds you that if you're going to go for it, set the bar at excellence and keep striving to get there.

📈Think of what could happen to your workplace, your company if merely 10% of your team employed- or was offered ;)- this mindset.

Success is far less about activities than the mindset that put those actions in place.

Repeat this in front of the mirror while you're practicing this phrase until it feels less sophomoric and more meaningful.

📣Make it a chant in you car. Turn up the volume! Add your favorite rallying anthem music.

✍🏼Write it out large on the whiteboard for your next team meeting.

🎯You'll soon realize this is not just a mantra, it's a mindset and a mission!

💥Lead yourself and your people well today, friends!

✨And I, your advisor and coach, will be have you on my mind as I know you are going to be quite busy succeeding at everything you do today!

#AutomotiveExcellence #LeadershipMatters #ExecutiveCoaching #CareerStrategy #Mindset #Advisory #LeadershipDevelopment

2037

🔍 How close is your current compensation to where you feel it should be?

At FORWARD Executive Career Services, we understand that leaders and executives like you deserve to be rewarded for the incredible value you bring to your organization. That's why we specialize in helping you achieve the compensation and impact you truly deserve.

💼 We are dedicated to assisting you in resetting the levels of your financial, influence, and authority impact zones. We know that your expertise and dedication are unparalleled, and it's our mission to ensure that your compensation reflects that.

🌟 Imagine having your financial goals met while also expanding your sphere of influence and authority. With [Your Company Name] by your side, this vision can become a reality.

📈 Let's connect and have a conversation about how we can work together to align your compensation with your true worth. Your success is our priority, and we're excited to be a part of your journey toward greater financial and professional fulfillment.

#CompensationElevation #LeadershipImpact #ExecutiveSuccess #FORWARD #ExecutiveCareerGrowth #FinancialFulfillment #FosterStrategiesGroup #ExecutiveCareerCoach

2035

Our FORWARD Executive Career Services vertical has had a great week and we thought we would give you a glimpse with our FORWARD Five Star Friday wrap up.

We want to know about your wins and your growth opportunities.

Take a few minutes to jot down the accomplishments for the week, thank a few people and be ready to do the same every week!

It's your Friday, it's your weekend.
Do them both in style and with intention.

Elevating Mid-Upper Level Executives to new level of performance is rewarding to watch every day.

We wish you the most rewarding weekend and a career you love.

2034

What if you designed your career path like a multi-million dollar blueprint? Think of each skill acquisition, every connection nurtured, as a cornerstone for future growth.

Much like a well-balanced investment portfolio, your career moves can lead to higher compensation and broader opportunities.

Let's forge ahead, strategically building your career into another multi-million dollar success story, your story, one smart choice at a time! 🚀💰 #CareerBlueprint #FutureInvestment #FORWARDExecutiveCareerServices #ExecutiveCareerStrategy #Promotions #CareerOpportunities #Compensation #GameChanging #Leadership

2033

Have you been waiting to get started on LinkedIn? We are sharing the starter kit we offer our clients.

We have included several basic, but essential, tips for the busy professional to lift LinkedIn performance.

If you would like your own copy, DM below.

Find out how our program ‘Automotive Performance Plus’ transforms relationships and results for dealers and vendors!