Reinforcing Dave and Bar's (as I call them) view that a leader needs to have time to do nothing but think (what a luxury that sounds) in order to keep the big picture in mind, is a recent report by Personnel Decision International.
The Pulse on Leaders was a study of senior executives and CEOs and found a knack for avoiding micro-managing, as well as a lack of passive-aggressive tendencies, distinguished future CEOs from other leaders.
Future CEOs can be recognised by their high energy levels, a desire to be in charge, and the ability to cut through complexity.
So, they have got to really want to do it, be able to identify what is truly important from the mass of information thrown at them and not need regular holidays.
It is easier to survive without a traditional break if your mind is given chance to do what it does best - think. The opportunity to think clearly and without interruption can be as refreshing and invigorating as a holiday.
Are your senior executives driven by the need to be seen to be busy, busy, busy? How do you give your them chance to think and deliver the value they are truly capable of?
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