Purpose & Ownership
Completing tasks when asked, without thinking ahead.
What is reactive task management?
Adjusting how you provide input, considering how people prefer to receive constructive criticism based on their culture.
How does evaluating feedback differ across cultures (direct vs. indirect)?
This weapon of influence helps build trust by showing genuine care and finding common ground.
How can likability increase your ability to influence others?
The belief that skills and abilities can be developed with time and effort.
What is a growth mindset?
Anitha reserved a placeholder on the calendar, anticipating that a meeting might be necessary for the leader.
What is an example of proactive ownership?
Establishing confidence in relationships by either demonstrating competence or investing time in personal connections, depending on the culture.
How do trust-building methods vary across cultures (task-based vs. relationship-based)?
This weapon of influences uses your expertise to gain trust and credibility.
How does authority increase your influence in the workplace?
Shifting focus from completing tasks to long-term strategic planning.
What does proactive task management look like?
Leading projects, making decisions, and owning outcomes.
What is ownership at the strategic level?
Altering your response to conflicts by considering whether the culture embraces open disagreement or strives to maintain harmony.
How does disagreement differ across cultures (confrontational vs. avoidance)?
This weapon of influence aligns someone’s assurance to encourage future behavior.
How does scarcity influence decision-making?
Remaining calm, focused, and strategic even in the face of high pressure.
What is Blue Head thinking?
Taking full responsibility for tasks, leading initiatives, and aligning with company goals.
How does ownership contribute to moving from assistant to Chief of Staff?
The capability to adjust your behavior, communication, and strategies to meet the expectations of diverse cultural settings.
How does cultural adaptability enhance your ability to lead and collaborate globally?
Creating urgency by emphasizing limited opportunities.
How does scarcity influence decision-making?
The ability to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, viewing setbacks as part of the learning process.
How does adopting a "Not Yet" mindset help you stay proactive and adapt in complex situations?