strategic planning

Strategy Ladder = bridge between sweat and dreams

May 11, 2018Jill Malleck No Comments

A lot of clients are in the thick of it – scaling up, in growth or shrink mode, or implementing major projects. As leaders and I unpack their experience, we’re noticing a blue space in between the work on the ground and the eyes on the sky.

On the ground, a focus on day-to-day operational excellence, getting stuff done and doing it better and faster. Great operational plans that are flexible and intelligent responses to success and failure. Focus on customer satisfaction,

The Facilitator as Conscious Sailor

March 16, 2018Jill Malleck No Comments

I’m working on a Facilitation Skills course for leaders and thinking hard about how to distill 30 years of experience into a day. My definition of an effective facilitator is “Someone who makes the work of the group easier, through planned and spontaneous interventions.” I think it captures the aspect of being of service to the group, and the facilitator’s responsibility to bring something important to the table.

A good metaphor comes to mind: The way of the Conscious Sailor.

Senior Executive, Global Manufacturing Industry Leader

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Manager & Engineer, Gov’t Services

“The greatest impact of the Coaching with Jill came from her ability to see me as I am and to quickly zero in on what needed to be done. If you are looking for a Leadership Coach, jump on the occasion to work with Jill Malleck: She is very knowledgeable, has good judgment and – while accepting you where you are – will help you find a way to a better you. Expect to do the work and see lasting results.”

Coaches-in-training

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CEO, Canadian Division, Automotive Company

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GM, Agri-business

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