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May 22, 2025 14 mins

In today's episode of the Second in Command podcast, Cameron explores creative and impactful ways to enhance team communication and alignment during planning sessions and retreats. 

You'll discover an engaging, visual icebreaker that encourages self-reflection and team bonding, revealing personal insights and shared aspirations. From there, the conversation shifts to a powerful feedback exercise designed to foster transparency and personal growth within leadership teams.

Cameron offers insights into strategic goal-setting and execution. You'll hear about a structured process for translating big-picture objectives into actionable projects, emphasizing the importance of prioritization and cross-departmental collaboration.


Through a blend of proven exercises and real-world examples, this episode will provide you with the tools to foster more effective leadership and create a clearer path toward organizational success.


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In This Episode You'll Learn:

  • A fun and engaging exercise that uses visuals instead of words to help team members share personal insights, strengthen connections, and align on goals for an event or planning session.  
  • A proven approach for defining company-wide objectives, ensuring that key projects are aligned with long-term success while avoiding common pitfalls like overcommitment.  
  • How different business areas can work together to refine and commit to core projects, preventing bottlenecks and maximizing efficiency.  
  • The challenges leaders face in managing competing priorities and how the ability to say no — or not yet — can be the key to long-term organizational success.
  • And much more...


Resources:

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