b'PerspectiveAn effective leader must develop the right focus, create the right environment, and build Being Ruthlessly the right team.ConsistentMichael CanicThis years unprecedented turmoil has put every leader to the test. The need for focus, alignment, and execution is greater than ever. To adapt, it takes more than just the will to win. It demands the will to do what it takes to win. This is no time for wavering or wobbling. This is a time for ruthless consistency.To be ruthlessly consistent, an effective leader must do three things according to author Michael Canic: Develop the right focus, create the right environment, and build the right team. Most of all, leaders must do all three consistently. Canic joined me on The Business of Government Hour to explore why leaders should pursue ruthless consistency.He notes every case of failure he came across could beAs a leader, you need to have the right commitment to being traced to inconsistency. He saw unsuccessful companiesruthlessly consistent. For Canic, ruthless consistency doesnt forming quality improvement teams but didnt give people themean robotic repetition. Its not about mechanical activity authority to make changes. They set goals but didnt provideperformed without variation or creativity. He is not suggesting the resources to achieve them. They promoted quality, butwe submit to the tyranny of consistency. Its more important if managers hit their financial targets, then quality did notto have a consistency of purpose thats constantly reflected in matter. The difference between success and failure wasyour decisions and actions. It means that everything you do ruthless consistency. is consistently aligned with your purpose and your intentions. The relentless alignment of intentions, decisions, and actions is During our conversation, Canic offered the following advicethe foundation of success.to become a ruthlessly consistent leader: According to Canic, a ruthlessly consistent leader has anDeveloping and sustaining the right focus is key to beinguncompromising commitment to their stated purpose. a ruthlessly consistent leader. Be sure that everyone inFulfilling that commitment requires a leader to understand, your organization understands what youre striving toencourage, and reinforce the human spirit, not squash it. Make accomplish, why youve chosen those goals, and howno apologies for ruthless consistency. It doesnt mean being you plan to reach them. Communicate clearly on whatinflexible or inhuman. It means being committed and effective.you expect of each of your team members to get there. If you create the right environment, youre providing a space that enables your team to perform at their absolute best. An ideal winning environment is one in which employees feel equipped, coached, supported, and valued. Choosing the right team is critical to a winning strategy. Focus your hiring efforts on more than just knowledge, skills, and experience. Be sure to look for the traits associated with winning in potential employeeslike taking initiative, persevering through challenges, and being resilient in the face of change.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlXvbT5KlvI64 www.businessofgovernment.org The Business of Government'