Leadership Works, Our Leadership Philosophy

For many, the word “leadership” conjures an image of a single person at the helm, steering the ship. But it’s a misleading image. At CCL, we look at leadership as a social process, one that helps each person to discover the potential within themselves and — in turn — everyone around them.

To jumpstart that potential, your organization needs to be intentional by ensuring that clear Direction, Alignment, and Commitment (or DAC) are present from the start, as these are really the keys to how leadership works.

This introduction to our leadership philosophy dives into the Direction – Alignment – Commitment (DAC)™ framework, outlining how its key components can transform the way you approach leadership:

Direction — Learn how setting a clear objective makes it easier to avoid the detours and distractions that pull us away from reaching our goals.
Alignment — See how embracing cross-department networking and creating space for open and inclusive conversations can minimize confusion and maximize output.
Commitment — Discover how making the success of the collective a personal priority can inspire team members to shift from compliance to motivated commitment.
How can you boost DAC within your organization? We cover that too, with tips for engaging with your teams to identify areas of opportunity with the most potential for impact.