Lillian Teague’s Post

Do you measure success by the hours your team works or the value they create? We often hear about productivity hacks and time management tips, but how much focus do we place on true output? In a world where burnout is rampant, it's crucial to shift our perspective from hours worked to actual accomplishments. Empower your team with the flexibility to structure their day around delivering results rather than just clocking in hours. Trusting your team to manage their own time can lead to higher engagement, creativity, and ultimately a more successful organization. Remember, it's not about being busy; it's about being productive. #Leadership #TeamBuilding #Productivity

Leaders, how’s your team holding up? Are they motivated, or are they feeling that mid-year slump? SHRM’s latest research found that 44% of employees are feeling burned out at work. Burnout can hit anytime, but it often sneaks up on us around mid-year—when the excitement of new beginnings fades, and the finish line still feels far away. So, how do you keep your team motivated and engaged during these tougher months? One effective strategy is to shake up your goals—both big and small. My team and I recently embraced 10X thinking during our mid-year strategy session. This powerful idea encourages us to aim for exponential growth rather than just incremental improvements. Instead of asking, “How can we do this 10% better?” we’re asking, “How can we do this 10 times better?” It’s a mindset shift that encourages bold, innovative thinking and ignites a passion for what’s possible. Imagine the impact on your team if everyone was working towards goals that truly inspire and challenge them. The enthusiasm, the creativity, the drive—it all comes from thinking bigger and believing in those big possibilities. Curious about how 10X thinking can transform your goals? My recent #LoveMondays dives into this mindset and offers practical steps to start your 10X journey. Read the full article at the link below and get inspired to lead your team to new heights. https://lnkd.in/gh8xafBi #BurnoutPrevention #EmployeeEngagement #10XThinking #LoveMondays #TeamEmergent

Ever had someone pop into your office with a “Got 10 minutes?” You say yes, thinking it’ll be quick—but then 10 minutes turns into 30, and suddenly it’s 4 o’clock, and you haven’t touched that critical project you planned to finish. Sound familiar? I see this all the time with clients. We dive into setting priorities, managing time, and, most importantly, uncovering what your calendar is quietly saying about you—without a single word. It’s one of those subtle skills that separates the greats from the rest. In fact, there are 𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘀 that can send the wrong message about your priorities and self-worth. And trust me, 𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟴 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲-𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿. 🔥 If you’re ready to get serious about empowered leadership and respecting your own time, check out the carousel and see if you recognize any of these habits. Small changes can lead to massive impact. Special Offer: For a limited time for November, I’m offering a free 60-minute breakthrough session to help you tackle one of these scheduling habits—DM me for details! #LeadershipMatters #TimeManagement #EmpoweredLeader

Ever had someone pop into your office with a “Got 10 minutes?” You say yes, thinking it’ll be quick—but then 10 minutes turns into 30, and suddenly it’s 4 o’clock, and you haven’t touched that critical project you planned to finish. Sound familiar? I see this all the time with clients. We dive into setting priorities, managing time, and, most importantly, uncovering what your calendar is quietly saying about you—without a single word. It’s one of those subtle skills that separates the greats from the rest. In fact, there are 𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘀 that can send the wrong message about your priorities and self-worth. And trust me, 𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟴 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲-𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿. 🔥 If you’re ready to get serious about empowered leadership and respecting your own time, check out the carousel and see if you recognize any of these habits. Small changes can lead to massive impact. Special Offer: For a limited time for November, I’m offering a free 60-minute breakthrough session to help you tackle one of these scheduling habits—DM me for details! #LeadershipMatters #TimeManagement #EmpoweredLeader

𝐂𝐄𝐎𝐬: 𝐈𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐨-𝐝𝐨 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞? 😩 Imagine reclaiming a massive 𝟏𝟔 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤! ⏰ 𝐀 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫. 😎 They will tackle those email mountains, manage your schedule like a boss, and free you up for the big picture: strategic thinking, inspiring your team, and driving serious growth. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐢𝐭: 𝟏𝟔 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 is almost two full workdays. That's two extra days to brainstorm with your team, explore new market opportunities, or simply recharge and come back even sharper. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐲𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞? 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐬 𝐚 𝐃𝐌! #virtualassistant #productivity #ceoproblemsolved #leadership #FocusOnWhatMatters #smallbusinesswomen #virtualassistants #operations #clientrelations #virtualassistants #mompreneurs 

No one's running at 100% 24/7 (...as I post this on a Sunday afternoon). Hard work requires time to recoup, and it's hard to recharge effectively if you're in back-to-back meetings. I just had another conversation this week on the topic of "non-stop" meetings and how the habit kills productivity. Meet when it's purposeful, and let your team gauge what's valuable beyond that. #Leadership #Productivity #Value

If you or team have overwhelm creeping in, we’ve all obviously been there. Having capacity alerts in place can save you and your team from burnout. My baseline go-to kit looks like this. 📅 Regular check-ins in weekly syncs and generally being available — setting time aside to talk about how much we’ve got on our plates, without judgment 🗣️ Open conversations. I always invite folks to speak up when they’re feeling stretched 📊 Tracking bandwidth: It’s not just about tasks—it’s about how much space you and your team have to get things done What tools do you love to keep you your team from hitting capacity overload? #leadership #remotework #remoteleadership #wellness #balance

I've led teams for over 20 years - a big lesson I learned? At first, I struggled to maintain habits in different seasons. → Now, I know regularly reassessing priorities is critical. Here’s why: 1. What worked for me yesterday may not be best today. 2. What was important before may not be as much now. 3. New seasons bring new opportunities to consider. The result? I keep growing while living more fully. Reassessing took me from discontent... ...to enjoying the journey. When seasons shift (professionally or personally), I: 1. Take a step back. 2. Evaluate what matters most now. 3. Give myself permission to do things differently. Because growing things are changing things. Don't let what was keep you from what could be. ♻️ Repost to give leaders permission to make a change. What’s your tip to help leaders reassess what matters?

"But they know they don't have to respond!" This is what leaders tell themselves about after-hours emails. While working with an executive who sent messages to her team on weekends and evenings, she firmly believed this. Reality check: Even without explicit expectations, employees felt compelled to respond. What seemed harmless was actually creating a culture of burnout, with team members feeling perpetually "on." The solution? One simple change transformed their company culture: Schedule Send. By scheduling weekend and evening emails to deliver during work hours, this leader sent a powerful message about work-life boundaries. The result? A refreshed team, clearer boundaries, and improved well-being - all from one small adjustment in communication habits. #leadership