Simplifying Success: Remove Obstacles to Achieve Objectives

In this episode of Leveraging Leadership, Emily explores the concept of removing obstacles to achieve goals instead of just adding new strategies. He uses examples like eliminating junk food to meet personal health goals, cutting unnecessary meetings to help a team meet deadlines, and simplifying pricing models to close more deals and beat competitors. It's all about identifying what's blocking progress and taking it out of the equation.Links Mentioned:Clarity Call with Emily Free Resources:Strategic Planning Checklist Chief of Staff Skills Assessment ChecklistA Day in the Life of a Chief of StaffChief of Staff Toolkit Get in Touch With Emily:Connect on LinkedInFollow on YouTubeLearn more about coaching Sign up for the newsletterClarity Call with Emily Who Am I?If we haven’t met before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.  Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction: The Obsession with Adding More00:41 Flipping the Script: Removing Obstacles01:10 Personal Goals: Health and Fitness01:43 Removing Junk Food: A Healthier You02:09 Team Goals: Meeting Deadlines02:46 Eliminating Unnecessary Meetings03:05 Company Objectives: Beating Competitors03:31 Simplifying Pricing to Close Deals04:17 The Power of Removing Barriers04:33 Concentrating on the Biggest Obstacle04:40 Takeaway: Identify and Remove the Biggest Obstacle04:56 Conclusion and Contact Information