Last week, Phyllis Campbell, the Pacific Northwest chairman of JP Morgan Chase, gave a wonderful presentation at the Puget Sound Business Journal Live breakfast about leadership and personal success in the current economy. Emory Thomas, publisher of the Puget Sound Business Journal, and Campbell discussed the importance of values and integrity in leadership and about the value of diverse networks for business success. She shared that one of the four points that she learned through her years as CEO at US Bank and The Seattle Foundation, and as an active corporate board member is to always "get ready." The "for what?" she stated, wasn't important. It is critical to be prepared for whatever challenges - or opportunities - might present themselves.
During the Q & A session, I asked for her view on how small businesses and emerging leaders can get ready for what's coming next in the economy and in our communities. Her advice: Connect. Don't pull back when times get tough. It is important to reach out, leverage your network and make meaningful connections. Connecting isn't a personal pursuit: it's about working together as a community to leverage opportunities, give back, and grow.
What have you done lately to connect with your community? I want to hear what you're doing, so please post your comments here or send me an email.
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