The Power of Four

Most who know me know I am a lifelong learner. The emphasis on leadership over management these last few decades has been frustrating not only for me but for millions around the world.  So many managers want to do a good job but know nothing about what it means to be an effective manager. Couple that with “the great pause” (as I refer to the Covid-19 Pandemic), which has provided me with time to deeply reflect on the world of work and in particular my life’s work.  

Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg recently fired half of its workforce. Elon Musk bought Twitter and let many of its key employees and employee benefits go.These are just two seemingly reckless corporate decisions that have been made recently.  

I am dubious of this attention to short-term corporate profits. The resulting imbalance has skewed our view of what is important in life and in corporate culture. Institutions are in shambles. 

Our youth, including many members of Generation Z, are seeking innovative career paths.I recently learned that the most desired job amongst Generation Z is to be an “influencer”. “And then what?” I ask myself. We’ve lost our way.

I’ve synthesized my work into a system called The Power Of Four. This system identifies four dimensions workers can utilize to rethink their unique approach to the world of work, their company, and even their career.  Seemingly simple, it has a potency that can ignite energy at the individual, team and corporate levels.  My short chapter in the recently released Mission Matters Tips For Success V8  begins to scratch the surface of this important body of work. Call me if you want to hear more!