VIDEO OF THE MONTH: "If" by Rudyard Kipling - Read by Sir Michael Caine
Watch Sir Michael Caine's rendition of his favorite poem, "If" by Rudyard Kipling. It brings together all the virtues of life: perseverance, humility, and integrity, in a way as to create the ultimate dose of inspiration.
ARTICLE OF THE MONTH: "5 Ways to be a Leader, Not a Manager" by Jo Miller
Have you ever wondered about the difference between a manager and a leader?
Jennifer Hill has. Having held senior leadership positions with some top global financial institutions and in her current role as CFO for Global Banking and Global Markets with Bank of America, she’s learned a thing or two about what leadership is – and isn’t.
How does she define leadership? “When I think about the qualities I admire most in leaders, three words come to mind,” she shared with thirty-five workshop participants. “They are responsibility, accountability, and decisiveness.”
Jennifer also stresses that we shouldn’t confuse leadership with management. “There is a big difference,” said Jennifer, who knows this from experience. “I have been led by some great people and I’d been micromanaged by some horrible people,” she admitted. Here are five lessons on leading, not managing, that Jennifer learned from the best leaders she has worked with.
1. Listen more and speak less.
Jennifer pointed out that being a good listener and hearing the thoughts and inspirations of others can help you, even when you’re the one in charge. And, she added “People feel good when they feel heard.”
2. Consensus is good but… direction and decisiveness create action.
Leading by consensus will rally a team around a common goal, but according to Jennifer, that alone is not enough to be a leader and create change. “Consensus is good but direction and decisiveness create action,” she emphasized. “You must guide consensus.”
Believe it or not, a leader who invests in their own health is more engaged with their own teams. They are aware of the importance of health and well-being, and actively encourage their team members to follow and maintain a healthy routine. Take a few minutes to read this article to get some tips on being a Fit Leader! We at the T2 Center are here to look out for you, but you also have to focus on your own well-being and the well-being of your team.
DEADLINE EXTENDED: July 15th - TLP Cohort 7 Applications Due
We have extended our Transportation Leadership Program (TLP) application deadline. Applications for TLP's Cohort 7 are due by Thursday, July 15, 2021.
For the program application and overview, click here.
Don't hesitate to contact Donna Shea if you have any questions or would like to discuss potential candidates.
TLP Swap Meets!
We are excited to announce a new opportunity to benefit from the Transportation Leadership Program – our TLP Swap Meets!
As alumni, the program requirements may be complete but there is always so much to learn about being a good leader. The Swap Meets are a way for us to continue to support your leadership development and provide a venue for you to share experiences and lessons learned and keep connected with this tremendous community of practitioners. There is no cost to participate, just be ready to share ideas and come with questions for your colleagues.
