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What to do during the first 100 days as a new leader

What to do during the first 100 days as a new leader

I am the featured guest of the Financial Times "Working It" podcast. Andrew Hill interviews me about what a new leader should do in their first 100 days after taking office.

Based on my research into leadership elections in professional organizations, and my experience advising winning leaders, I talk about the key decisions new leaders should focus.

  • Acting quickly vs building consensus
  • Dealing with potential saboteurs who wanted your job
  • Building credibility as an outsider
  • Establishing legitimacy as an insider
  • Articulating your vision vs building consensus
  • Knowing when to speak and when to listen

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