Eric Kaufmann

Results, that’s the ultimate measure of leaders. The journey, though, navigates through unrelenting uncertainty. Courageous leaders leverage obstacles and uncertainty, and build engaged teams in which people are both powerful and empowered. Leadership starts at the edge of the comfort zone. This is a presentation for leaders who are seekers; for those who choose to explore the unknown, accelerate results, and unfold their authentic selves. I will share powerful strategies for developing the fundamental competencies every leader must possess: Awareness that ignites confidence and vision. Courage to move toward uncertainty and risk. Discipline to persevere through discouragement and challenge. Humility to stay in service and commitment to your people. I share practical tools that deepen your ability to be a leader that is effective, efficient and deliberate; a leader whom people are drawn to follow.

Our mind craves simple solutions, but leadership demands complex calculations. Leaders are valued by their decision making, especially the difficult ones. This presentation examines the essence of effective leadership – navigating the paradoxical world of satisfying multiple stakeholders. A simple yes or no might be desirable, but unrealistic and inappropriate. So, how do you make good decisions, add value at an executive level and strategically contribute to the organization? By learning to embrace the paradox! Key take aways from this presentation include: Learning the four common paradoxes of leadership. Discovering the primary leadership barriers to solving difficult paradoxical problems. Four tools that will multiple your executive value and contribution.

Career success comes from focused efforts in a single direction; from looking vertically down towards project completion. However, success as an executive depends on stewardship – taking care of the whole organization. An executive mindset projects in three dimensions – vertically, horizontally, and through time. Any executive who thinks that he or she is the champion of their functional area will not only falter in their work, but damage the company. This presentation is a guiding process for developing and sharpening your executive mindset. Key take aways from this presentation include: Identifying the three barriers of executive mindset. Identifying the three directions of an executive mindset. Five tools to help shape your executive mindset.