From the Boardroom to the Green
Leadership Amidst Gators and Hazards
The Masters Edition
Just when you thought managing a team was tough, try directing your golf ball past an alligator on the golf course! (This actually happened to me on a course in Ft. Myers after the drive of my life.)
As an executive, I'm used to navigating obstacles and hazards, but nothing quite compares to the thrill of seeing a reptilian defender eyeing my shot like it's their next meal!
It's a reminder that leadership requires strategy, precision, and a little bit of luck. Just like in business, sometimes you have to take calculated risks and trust your instincts. And let's be honest, if I can handle a gator on the course, I can handle anything Monday throws my way!
There are some valuable takeaways from this wild golf course experience:
• 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬: Just like dodging that gator, leading teams means navigating through unexpected challenges. Whether it's a tight deadline or a surprise project snag, staying cool under pressure is key.
• 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡: Much like lining up your shot to the green, strategic planning is essential in executive leadership. Assessing risks, considering alternatives, and aiming for the best outcome are all part of the game.
• 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞: When that alligator suddenly moves, you've got to adjust your game plan on the fly. Luckily, I led with my metal knee brace! Similarly, in the business world, being adaptable and ready to pivot when circumstances shift is crucial for success.
To all the executives out there facing their own version of 'gator-guarded golf balls'—may your decisions be as bold as your back swing, and may your teams be as loyal as that gator was to my ball!
Friends - let's navigate those hazards and sink those birdies together!