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Leaders: Embrace 'Renter' Mindset for Lasting Impact

In dynamic leadership roles, a 'renter' mindset maximizes impact. Foster trust, collaboration, and shared purpose to drive lasting change, even after moving on.

As we can see in the image there are buildings, fence, vehicles, current polls, pipe and on the top...
As we can see in the image there are buildings, fence, vehicles, current polls, pipe and on the top there is sky.

Leaders: Embrace 'Renter' Mindset for Lasting Impact

In the dynamic world of leadership, a 'realtor' mindset is emerging as a powerful tool for driving lasting impact and ensuring smooth transitions. This approach, championed by Lt. Col. Patrick Blankenship, focuses on collective effort, trust, and buy-in from team members.

Blankenship, while serving as director of Recruiting Operations for the 8th Marine Corps District, successfully applied this concept. He balanced ownership of both accomplishments and processes, ensuring his contributions endured even after he moved on.

At the heart of this approach lies the idea of 'being a good realtor and a better owner'. This means maximizing time in a leadership role by fostering a resilient foundation and clarifying roles and responsibilities. It's about establishing 'true buy-in', empowering teams to carry forward initiatives, and fostering a collaborative environment.

For government leaders facing frequent transitions, adopting a 'realtor' mindset can be invaluable. It encourages prioritizing trust, collaboration, and leaving behind a shared purpose. This approach, as demonstrated by Lt. Col. Blankenship, can help leaders drive lasting impact, even after they've moved on to new roles.

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