How To Speak And Be Seen As A Strategic Leader
Valissa Pierrelouis
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In this month's issue, we will explore recognizing and communicating your impact in a way that ties your contributions to the broader vision and goals of your organization. Being recognized for your contributions doesn’t mean doing more. It’s about making the strategic value of your contributions known (visible) so you are seen as a strategic leader.
An AHA?Story
I’ll start with a story about my amazing client, Anne (changed for privacy), who is a mid-career leader and exceptional at getting things done. She said:
“I never thought of it (my work) that way. I didn't put any thought into the impact. Deliver results and move on to the next project.”
Can you relate to Anne’s sentiment? I believe you can—especially if you believe(d) that work speaks for itself.
Anne’s AHA moment emerged during a guided exploration into the project's deeper value to the organization. Initially, it seemed merely about correcting client account identifiers.
Value to the Organization
Taking a closer look, the project paved the way for further sales growth and robust risk management. The implementation would lead to enhanced revenue and minimized financial loss.
There are three main pillars that organizations center their strategy around:
Value to You
Anne’s story illustrates the strategic value of her project to the organization.?
Let’s turn to you. Pursue and prioritize initiatives that set you and the organization up for mutual success.
Why is it critical to view your work or potential opportunities strategically?
Assessing Your Current Role
Like Anne, you are known for getting things done, a “doer”, a reliable executor who delivers results no matter what you’re up against. This reputation has earned you respect and confidence from your peers and leaders, which you appreciate. But…
Within you is a drive for something more meaningful. You aspire to sit in rooms and contribute ideas and perspectives influencing the organization’s strategic direction and affecting change. You see yourself earning recognition across the organization and industry.? Let me ask you this.
How often do you pause to consider the broader impact of your work beyond the stated deliverable so you can tie it back to team and?company-wide strategic outcomes?
It’s time to raise your strategic leadership presence.
Strategic Value Defined
Let’s uncover and articulate the strategic value of your contributions—changing the narrative from diligent executor to recognized strategic leader.
Strategic value means aligning your unique talents and expertise with the organization's most critical goals. It’s about transforming your brand from a dependable executor to a forward-thinking leader whose contributions are invaluable to the organization's success.
Recognizing Strategic Value
To discover the strategic value in your work, consider a project you've recently completed. Delve into its impact:
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For Anne, a project aimed at improving data accuracy enhanced sales growth strategies and risk management practices which aligned with her company’s strategic priorities. Recognizing that value enables her to convey the impact of her leadership at a higher level.
Conveying Strategic Value
How you articulate the strategic value of your work is crucial in elevating your career and leadership. Transform how you speak about your work. Instead of listing tasks, focus on your unique contributions to the organization's strategic goals. Shift from task-based descriptions to the strategic impact of your work. Instead of "I completed X project," consider:
Honing Your Strategic Voice
Every interaction is a chance to highlight your strategic value. In daily conversations, team meetings, or formal presentations, share how your work contributes to the broader strategic objectives, positioning yourself as a forward-thinking leader.
Routine interactions are a perfect opportunity for you to develop your communication and express your excitement about the outcomes and insights that come from your work.
Example:
One of my favorite thought leaders is Carla Harris. I’ve learned that how you talk about yourself and your work shapes how others think and speak of you when you’re not in the room.
Your Strategic Leadership Journey
We have explored how to recognize, convey, and embrace the strategic value of your work. As you reflect on your career, consider the strategic value you bring to your organization.
Are you ready to elevate your career by showcasing this value?
Embrace Your Strategic Leadership Potential
As we navigate this "Getting Visible" journey together, it's clear that making your strategic contributions known is pivotal for career advancement. Armed with these insights and steps, you’re on the path to greater visibility and influential strategic leadership.
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Thank you for reading until the end. You're ready to reclaim the power in your unique voice, value, and visibility?to accelerate your journey into strategic leadership and career advancement.?
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Rooting for you,
Valissa
www.standoutcareer.com
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11 个月The harder you work, the more work they will give you. They see you as someone who can get stuff done so they'll just give you more. But when the stress starts to build up and you push back based on your boundaries, they can't understand what's changed, so they appreciate you less and less. The idea of being strategic rather than working and never receiving recognition is an incredibly valuable concept. Thank you for sharing this terrific newsletter article on strategic leadership!
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11 个月Valissa Pierrelouis I always thought that my hard work would speak for itself. I learned the hard way that it doesn't. Practicing law taught me when I wrote a brief on an appeal. It was good. So good that a senior attorney submitted it to the court and my name was nowhere to be found. Practicing law also taught me that everything hinges on presentation and persuasion.
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11 个月Improving your strategic leadership presence is key to being recognized as a leader. Can't wait to read the newsletter!
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11 个月Valissa Pierrelouis This is spot on. Great points! I can relate to so many of the points made based on past roles. How one communicates about their work and the results impact how they and their contributions are perceived.
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