Do You Know the Difference between Impact and Intent?

Jo Ilfeld | Intent |Executive Leadership Coach| Do You Know the Difference between Impact and Intent?

We think we know the difference but often when apologizing for our actions or mistakes, we tend to emphasize intent over impact. When we do this, it ends up sounding like you are making excuses for yourself instead of taking responsibility for the impact you had on others.

Watch this week’s learning snack to find out the difference and how you can change the way you apologize to acknowledge the impact your actions had on others. 

Jo Ilfeld, PhD

An executive leadership coach, Jo helps C-suite leaders, executives, and high-potential managers develop the flexibility, skill, and frame of mind to meet the challenges of the next five, ten, twenty years…. and beyond. She works with individuals, teams and organizations on four core areas of leadership development. Check out Jo's bio page for more information.

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