How to Lead the Team Everyone Wants to Be On

"Leadership is harder than it appears. Managers can easily get overwhelmed and underprepared when dealing with demanding team members, disagreements, and ever-increasing demands. You can, however, choose a different road and become a Chief Inspiration Officer who inspires and uplifts your workforce.

In this interactive presentation, best-selling author Val Ries discusses the insights she's learned from training leaders at top firms for over a decade on how to be Chief Inspiration Officers.

You will learn:
The confidence to take you through obstacles with a leadership mindset
The CAVE ® strategy for avoiding overload and maintaining focus on team cohesion
5 CRAVE® ingredients for creating highly engaged, motivated teams.

This session will reenergize and equip you to develop your dream team that embraces your vision as their Chief Inspiration Officer, using real-world examples and effective tactics. Prepare to be inspired!

Webinar Outline

  • 00:03:43 - Overcoming Motivational Challenges

Val discusses the prevalent issues that leaders encounter while trying to motivate their teams. They underscore that external rewards and assessments are often insufficient for engendering long-term intrinsic motivation within teams.

  • 00:12:45 - Adopting a Holistic Approach for Team Management

The speaker advocates for a comprehensive approach that encompasses understanding team needs, fostering a positive culture, and mastering challenging conversations. They accentuate that a leader's mindset and resilience play a crucial role in inspiring both themselves and others.

  • 00:23:48 - Introduction to "The Cave" Concept

Val introduces a novel method dubbed "The Cave Method" for stress management. The 'Cave' symbolizes the negative emotional terrain a leader might end up in whilst confronted with trials and tribulations. The speaker emphasizes identifying "The Cave" triggers and suggests techniques to navigate out of it.

  • 00:34:27 - Getting Acquainted with "The Crave Framework"

In this segment, the speaker discusses the "Crave" framework that focuses on satisfying the core needs of employees: connection, reliability, appreciation, value, and effective communication. They share research-backed insights and real-life examples illuminating how addressing these needs can enhance employee engagement and reduce staff turnover.

  • 00:45:12 - The Power of Integrative Onboarding

Val sheds light on the notion of integrative onboarding, illustrating its profound impact on employee retention. They elucidate how a good onboarding program can help new employees assimilate better into the organization and increase their chances of staying longer.

  • 00:53:27 - A Case Study on the Efficacy of the "Crave" Framework

In conclusion, the speaker shares a compelling case study showcasing the success achieved when the "Crave" framework was put into practice. They walk us through how this model positively impacted both employee motivation and overall business performance.

  • 01:05:12 - Leadership Strengths Quiz

For leaders keen on gauging their capabilities, Val introduces a self-assessment leadership strengths quiz available on their website. This resource can be beneficial for those aspiring to cultivate their leadership attributes.