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| Measure the effectiveness of your approach through your company's results. |
| Remember that true leaders are always elevating the status of others. Think of all the ways you can raise the status of your team. Then do it. |
| Keep in mind you can have it all, just adjust your expectations. And don't expect to have it all at the same time. |
| Make the best decisions you can and course-correct constantly. |
| Foster collaboration. See everyone as a potential business partner. People who are problematic one day may be your best allies the next -- don't give up on them too quickly. |
| Find mentors and sounding boards, and listen to what they say. Study successful leaders. |
| Hire people who are smarter than you, capitalize on the competition's weaknesses, and carry a big umbrella to protect your team. |
| Remember you're working with people. They will have personal problems that may affect their performance. Do what you can to help them through. |
| Deal with criticism. Do what's right, and the slash of criticism won't cut you. Look in the mirror and like the person you see. |
Leading a Growing Company
Ten tips for helping your organization adapt to change
By Christine Comaford-Lynch
Leading a company to growth is a dynamic process. You have to be constantly shifting your strategy or approach as new competitors emerge, markets materialize (or fail to), and opportunities appear. There's only so much you can anticipate, so if you plan to course-correct as you go, you'll be better able to make decisions with less information than may be ideal and to adapt when conditions change. Here are 10 tips to keep in mind.