Become a new Leader of your former self

Dr. Sameer Nanivadekar
3 min readMar 28, 2022

We’ve all heard the tale of a company that was on the verge of collapse being saved. New management’s impact on the organisation. In the face of such adversity, one wonders how a human can produce such a beautiful outcome. Isn’t it possible that the previous leader could have done the same?

“What went wrong with the previous leader, and how did the new Leader transform the situation?” is the question. A magic wand is never found in the hands of the current office holder. Scientific planning and execution were evident in the new person’s actions, as evidenced by a thorough investigation of several such situations. Their attitude was invincible, their behaviour was adaptable, and they had a non-negotiating mentality!

Following are the measures that can be taken to define what the new Leader truly does:

Step 1: The first step is to properly investigate the current situation. Identifies the strengths as well as the places for improvement. The guiding milestones are the lessons learned from earlier failures.

Step 2: The new team establishes a rapport with all stakeholders and learns about their unique points of view. With the use of the 360-degree feedback, we are able to better understand many facets of the issue. Because it illuminates areas that might otherwise go unnoticed.

Step 3: The next step is to develop new goals that are clearly defined and divided into short- and long-term groups.

Step 4:Here, ruthless focus on the task at hand begins. Today’s world necessitates more speed, endurance, and tenacity.

The story of ‘how a new Leader works’ can teach us a lot, my friends.

Learning, especially if you are dissatisfied with your current work or personal situation, has a great value. Take on the role of a new CEO and begin to examine your life from a different angle. There is a lot of work to be done today if you want a new future.

We, too, may follow the four measures followed by the new leader to turn around the previously failing organisation. Here are the four stages that can help you achieve the transformation you’ve been looking for:

Step 1 :Accept the current condition of affairs, even though you know it’s not ideal and you’ve decided to stop worrying about it. Take a thorough look at the existing state of affairs while maintaining a neutral demeanour. Keep meticulous notes on all you learn.

Step 2: Identify the top five people who can serve as resources in your life. All of those people are unquestionably your well-wishers. Make eye contact and share your thoughts with each of them. You never know what you’ll discover until you’ve had their perspective. Be prepared for negative feedback and conflicting thoughts at this stage. Keep an open mind and be willing to embrace fresh, even if disagreeable, ideas.

Step 3:Now that you’ve said to yourself, “I can,” it’s time to create some new goals. You should make sure that your goals are both short-term and long-term. Being attentive and clever in third-person perspective is essential while accomplishing this. At this point, you’re setting the groundwork for your long-term success. As a result, your single phrase must have your whole commitment.

Step 4: Restart the computer. The first step is to gather all the necessary resources and rekindle hope and excitement. Allow yourself to be lifted up, not dragged down by your past mistakes. In the face of adversity, turn it into a source of strength. It’s more vital to have the wisdom of ‘what not to do’ than it is to know the appropriate steps.

Now is the moment to disregard what the general population thinks. Wear an insulating mass response attitude. Keep your goals in mind and keep churning out runs at a steady pace.

Last but not least, your integrity will be the most important factor in your success at this point. You must be honest with yourself and fully devoted to your goals if you want to achieve them. Be the new Leader of your old self if you want to fulfil your dreams, desires, and goals.

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Dr. Sameer Nanivadekar

Dean Administration ,Associate Professor Information Technology A. P. Shah Institute of Technology, Thane (W) Maharashtra .India 400615.