Listen "In the Moment: Managing Core Tension in Leadership with Harry Hofer - Nudge #4"
Episode Synopsis
In mini episode, Ilene Schaffer welcomes back executive coach Harry Hofer for the fourth nudge in this series. Harry introduces the concept of core tension in leadership: the inevitable push and pull between competing priorities like quantity vs. quality, execution vs. engagement, tactical vs. strategic, and short-term vs. long-term goals.Harry explains that core tension is not a problem to solve but a reality to recognize, monitor, and manage. Drawing on real-world examples, including contact center performance, he shows how focusing too much on one side can cause breakdowns on the other.Listeners will learn:What “core tension” means and why it’s at the heart of every systemHow leaders and coaches can identify when a tension is out of balanceOpen-ended questions to ask instead of making assumptions about prioritiesWays to engage teams in meaningful discussions about managing tensions togetherTune in to find out what's possible when embrace core tension to lead with clarity and resilience.- - - - - - - Learn more about Silicon Valley Change Website | LinkedIn | YouTubeConnect with Ilene Schaffer Website | Instagram | LinkedIn This show is produced and edited by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.
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