Therefore, you must have the confidence to enter into a situation without knowing the end result, trusting groups and the group process. I am proud of the way the staff and board is approaching it, as this helps the organization's capacity to deal with changes and transitions. In the association's overall plans, other things have been set aside in order to manage the transition. AJLI is making sure the search for a new executive director has the attention it needs and is currently developing an orientation for the new exec to ensure the best possibility for success. It is important to listen.
Leadership needs to be curious and seek out new ideas.
One should not be afraid not to have the answers and it is important to ask good questions. When making strategic plans, work plans, or setting objectives, we tend to focus on results. We do not factor in enough of the time that goes into building relationships. There is a need to achieve a balance between getting results, guiding relationships, and managing the process. AssemblyLine would like to thank Holly Sloan for her contributions over the years to both AJLI and the Assembly.