How we do everything we do counts. Our past beliefs and behaviours can shape our current work and relationships.I recently heard an interview discussing why one politician (Dr Brendan Nelson) became leader of the Liberal Party in Australia after the recent elections rather than another politician (Malcolm Turnball).
The comment was that Dr Nelson (who trained and worked as a medical practitioner) was collaborative, took issues to the party room and discussed these issues with members of the party. Mr Turnball on the other hand tended to make his own decisions - and he was a very successful businessman prior to pursuing a political life.
It struck me that these men continued with the styles of management and interaction that best suited their previous work experiences. A medical practitioner HAS to tread carefully, collect information (knowledge and training) and research (test results, reading) so that they can make the correct diagnoses and provide the best treatment for their patients - a wrong decision can affect life and limb. A businessman has to make decisions quickly, act on them immediately and repair the problems once they become apparent - and a wrong decision can cost dearly.
Both used a personal and management style that reflected their past work experiences and preferences, and both add greatly to their worlds. In different contexts their individual styles and preferences can be varyingly successful.
What is your style and approach? Does it serve your current goals and purpose, or does it hinder your outcomes?
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