Increase My Impact Through Others and Strategically
Part 2 of a 10-Part Coaching series:
Increase My Impact Through Others and Strategically
In today’s fast-paced world, true leadership is about more than just personal achievement—it’s about empowering others and leveraging your collective strengths to drive success. In this second session of our 10-part coaching series, we delve into how to increase your impact by working through others strategically.
Following our introduction to ACTIVE Goal Setting, where we explored how to define clear and actionable objectives, it’s time to shift focus outward. True growth and leadership come not just from what you can achieve individually but from how effectively you can inspire, guide, and work with those around you. In this session, we’ll break down the mindset and strategies needed to expand your influence through others while keeping your goals aligned with broader organisational aims.
Why This Matters
As a leader, your impact is not solely defined by your personal output but by the success of your team or organisation. Understanding how to guide, motivate, and empower others to achieve their best will multiply your effectiveness. More importantly, when you strategically align these efforts with long-term goals, you create sustainable, meaningful change that drives both individual and collective success.
Key Concepts: Strategic Empowerment
1. Delegation with Purpose: Delegation is more than offloading tasks—it’s about entrusting the right people with responsibilities that not only align with their strengths but also help them grow. In this session, we’ll explore how to identify these opportunities and balance support with autonomy, allowing others to flourish while staying aligned with your goals.
2. Coaching and Mentoring: Building on the foundation set in the first session, we’ll look at how to apply ACTIVE© principles—Aware, Connecting, Targeted, Innovative, Versatile, Engaging—to coaching others. This approach helps foster development within your team while keeping communication clear and supportive. By investing in the growth of others, you enhance both individual capabilities and team performance.
3. Strategic Influence: To increase your impact through others, you need to think beyond immediate tasks and look at the bigger picture. How do your team’s contributions tie into wider organisational goals? How can you position them for success while advancing your strategic objectives? This section will teach you how to balance short-term gains with long-term vision
4. Accountability and Trust: Empowerment relies on trust and accountability. Establishing clear expectations and providing regular feedback creates a culture of ownership and responsibility. This not only drives better outcomes but also fosters a more motivated and resilient team.
Applying It Strategically
As we explore how to expand your influence through others, it’s crucial to remain focused on the strategic element of leadership. Here are practical steps to implement this in your professional life:
Assess Strengths and Gaps: Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses within your team, identifying areas where individuals can be developed or where their expertise can be maximised.
Set Clear Expectations: Communicate your vision clearly, ensuring that every member understands how their role contributes to the bigger picture.
Develop Talent: Provide coaching, mentorship, and opportunities for growth, aligning these efforts with organisational goals for maximum impact.
Measure and Adjust: Just like your personal goals, the progress of your team needs regular evaluation. Are they meeting targets? Are they evolving in line with their potential? Adjust strategies as needed to keep the momentum.
What You’ll Gain
By mastering the art of increasing your impact through others, you’ll not only grow as a leader but also create a culture of collaboration and shared success. You’ll find that, as your team thrives, so too will your strategic goals and overall effectiveness.
Stay tuned for part three of this series, where we’ll explore how to Unlock the Power of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership—a key skill for truly effective, human-centred leadership.
