Hi, Here's what I actually wanted to say. Before Thursday, I want you to think about something. When was the last time your executive team solved a real problem without you in the room? Not executed a plan you handed them. Not escalated something back to you dressed up as a question. Actually owned it, thought it through, and resolved it. Most CEOs I work with can't point to a recent example. And most have stopped expecting it. They step in, fix things themselves, and tell themselves it's faster that way. But here's the thing. The way your executive team performs is a mirror for how you're leading them. If you're doing their thinking, they'll keep letting you. We'll get into all of this on Thursday. And it works best if you come in with something real on your mind. Not a case study. Something you're actually dealing with. Which of these sounds most like your last 90 days? A. I'm spending more time managing my board than leading my company. The reporting, the reassurance, the politics. It's draining. B. My executive team isn't stepping up. I keep finding myself in problems they should be solving, and I don't know if it's them or me. C. I know I need to lead differently, but I haven't made the shift yet. The way I built this isn't the way I'll scale it. D. Something else entirely. Hit reply with your letter. It'll shape what I cover on Thursday. Looking forward to meeting you! Andrea |
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