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Summer 2017

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25 WWW.ILTANET.ORG projects and lile time managing their own well- being. To manage my energy levels, I borrowed a concept from project management: the control chart. It is a simple spreadsheet that tracks seven variables by day. By tracking these variables, I can ensure that I eat, sleep and exercise in ways that enhance my capabilities. Filling in the chart takes less than a minute per day. Aer collecting data for only a month, I was able to gain insights into what propels me. For instance, I learned that sleep is my primary performance driver. When I don't get enough sleep, I am easily fatigued. In that state, I tend to avoid big decisions and put off complex tasks; but, when I am energized, I can tackle strategic decisions and push things forward more effectively. What is your primary performance driver? Stay Agile and Flexible You must remain nimble and open to new possibilities. Never let yourself get stuck in a 5 rut. To prevent mental ossification, consider staying curious, trying new things and firing yourself every nine to 12 months. I take a long vacation once per year under the pretense that I was just fired. When I return, I do not look to pick up where I le off. Rather, I use my renewed perspective to ask fundamental questions, such as what bozo put that stupid policy in place? (That bozo was the old me I fired recently.) For this strategy to be effective, I need to completely disconnect and let the fields go fallow so they can be tilled and renewed upon my return. Choose Your Own Adventure Leadership need not be an elusive skill to develop. These five practical steps can help you improve your ability to weather any storm as a leader. The winds of change will continue to blow whether we like it or not. Either you can be a spectator to your destiny or you can architect it. The way you navigate what's ahead is your choice. P2P MARK THOROGOOD Mark Thorogood is the Director of Application Services for Perkins Coie. In 2013, he received the ILTA Distinguished Peer Award for Leadership. While in the U.S. Army, Mark received the Distinguished Leadership Award. He was also inducted into the International Honor Society for Computing and Information Disciplines. Mark can be contacted at mthorogood@ perkinscoie.com. Captain of the Ship: Becoming a Leader Who Can Weather Any Storm SMART MOVES Learn more about Gartner's Hype Cycle www.gartner.com/ newsroom/id/3412017

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