Here's how you can transition from Facility Manager to executive leadership roles.

Having an open mind, trusting my instinct and having a strong belief that I must succeed has been critical in leading a team through a strategic journey. The power of a strong team, well aligned with the vision will determine how much time and how effectively the objective will be achieved. To achieve best results having successfully defined the strategy and a great team, is the availability of the necessary tools to facilitate the journey to the goal.

Your experience as a Facility Manager provides a strong foundation for executive leadership roles. Here's how to bridge the gap: Sharpen Strategic Thinking: Move beyond tactics and focus on the big picture. Take courses or participate in programs that develop strategic planning skills. Business Acumen Boost: Deepen your understanding of finance, marketing, and operations. Consider an MBA or targeted business certifications. Leadership Prowess: Hone your leadership skills by taking courses or seeking mentorship from senior leaders. Results-Oriented Mindset: Focus on quantifiable achievements in your Facility Management role. Highlight cost savings, efficiency improvements, and employee satisfaction.

In today's dynamic world, Facility Management (FM) is vital. As our field evolves, integrating technology and prioritizing sustainability have become essential. The future of FM merges technology, sustainability, and human-centric design. By embracing new tools and methods, we can create smarter, greener, and more responsive facilities. I encourage FM professionals to share insights and collaborate as we drive our field forward, ensuring that facility management remains innovative and sustainable.

Building an extremely strong reputation and a solid network is a determining factor of your growth in every professional field.

Being a Founder, CEO & CTO at the time is really stressful specially on decision making. However, I acquired the value of leadership and hands-on C+ level strategy of management in seven (7) years, I developed the fruit to be patient, joyful and compassion to the rank and file.

I think gaining experience as a leader involves actively seeking opportunities to lead, taking on challenging projects, learning from mentors, and constantly reflecting on performance. Embrace feedback, adapt to diverse situations, and cultivate resilience. Engage in continuous learning through courses, workshops, and real-world practice to refine your leadership skills.

I been in the Manager for 12 years before I started a venture capital 2 Technology companies. It is now 7 years as the Founder and CEO.

Visionaries naturally rise to the executive level when they can envision what others don't, articulate what they see as a future success, lay out a framework for what it would take to get there, and cast the vision in such a way that it inspires those on the team with the right skills to get there. If you are a visionary with a passion, expect to rise to the executive ranks. Don't be discouraged when others don't see what you see but work instead to sketch out a framework, road map or high level blueprint to share your ideas.

As a leader, communicating your vision is crucial because it aligns your team with common goals, inspires motivation, and fosters a sense of purpose. A clear vision ensures everyone understands the direction and priorities, enhancing collaboration and driving collective success.

Actually I totally agree with your statement that communication is to me, the cornerstone of strategy in systematic management. My Japanese mentor during my much younger Paroject Manager's role taught me very well that in good communication solves the smooth solutions of project site problems.

Leadership, or being a working manager, isn’t about doing tasks or micromanaging. It’s about servant leadership. Employees seek our guidance to meet job expectations, so we must lead by example. Effective leadership involves empathy, constructive feedback, and fostering a welcoming environment for learning. To advance, demonstrate your ability to lead with empathy, clarity, and purpose. Understand the human side of facility management by nurturing talent and promoting a culture of respect and development. By honing these qualities, you’ll show you can guide not just a department but an entire organization to success, positioning yourself as a visionary leader who inspires and supports their team.

A leader can lead a team effectively by setting clear goals, fostering open communication, and building trust among team members. Delegate tasks based on individual strengths, provide regular feedback, and encourage a collaborative environment. Model integrity and accountability, and support your team in navigating challenges to achieve collective success.

Yes I agree, leadership destroys the culture of indecision and cover many poor quality of workmanship of the rank and file in the most ways.

Networking is best assign to the skilled hard working staff after my initial safe and secure volume of orders. The concern of the viability of the health of company's finance especially the current cash flow will give the smooth management the big marketing edge by massive hard work in networking.

In the fast-paced business world, continuous learning is a must. Staying on top of the latest in sustainability, technology, and workplace culture shows that you're proactive and adaptable—key traits for any executive. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement within your team, you don't just react to changes; you lead them. This journey towards perfection isn't just about hitting targets; it's about growing together. Knowledge truly is power, and as you and your team expand your expertise, you’ll find yourselves better equipped to tackle challenges and drive success.