Momentum? no problem!

John C Maxwell says “Managers solve problems. Leaders create momentum”. When we slow down to solve a problem, more often than not when we solve it, we notice other problems appear (inevitably smaller and more numerous). When we create momentum, the problems solve themselves.

It’s like driving on a corrugated country dirt road. If you drive too slowly it is noisy, dusty, uncomfortable and  over time your vehicle will suffer damage. If you drive a little faster, you will cruise over the corrugations so you will reach your destination in good time and have a quiet, clean, comfortable journey with a fully functioning vehicle, completely ready for the next journey.

Where will you focus? On solving problems, or creating momentum?

How to create momentum

• Focus your team on their purpose, vision and values - you will have less problems arise anyway and if they do, your empowered team will handle it and you can get on with leading.
• Make a habit of making wise decisions and then implementing swiftly rather than unthought decisions that you then need to revoke and rethink.
• If a challenge arises that some may call a problem, coach your team  to use it as an opportunity. “So whilst this situation may not at first appear ideal, I’d be curious to know what opportunities you think this presents us with”.
• Set and/or co-create exciting and inspirational stretch goals with your team.
• When coaching the goal ask questions that highlight the result of achieving it, such as  “how will you feel when this is achieved?” or “What will achieving this goal bring you and the team?”
• Reduce perfectionistic thinking and aim for brilliant, excellent results rather than adequate ones - remarkably there will be less problems and more momentum.
• Encourage and demonstrate positive language. For example “Notice the customer’s decision making process” rather than “Watch out for the customer’s objections”.
• When doing check-ins on projects ask questions like “Whats working?” and “What will take our progress to the next level?

Enjoy the momentum!

Join the Evolution - It's Exciting!

Kindest Regards,

Adrian

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