Find Freedom & Ignite Growth with a Fractional Integrator
As America celebrates the birth of this great nation and the freedoms we hold dear, we got to thinking another kind of freedom at NextStage - with the right Integrator, a company can catalyze its growth, AND give the owner some independence to focus on what they do best in the company (and/or pursue other interests).
Sound too good to be true?
If you've read Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman and Mark C. Winters, you know the dynamic duo of Visionary and Integrator is the secret sauce to overcoming obstacles and reaching stratospheric success. Is that perfect match out there? According to Gino and Mark, it's like finding a needle in a haystack. (we won't bore you with the math, but by Gino and Mark's calculations, only 2.5% of Visionaries are likely to find that perfect match for your specific needs and personality) But don't be discouraged.
On way to assess a potential match is to compare your Crystalizer Assessment scores and determine if there is an overlap or gap in skillsets between you. Ideally, an Integrator will compliment you. Where there's overlap, spend some time addressing that and ensure clarity on each person's seat.
(Already have an Integrator, but questioning the quality or effectiveness of the match? Take the Rocket Fuel Power Index to assess your alignment in eight key areas, and bring your results to your next Same Page Meeting for IDS.)
Why Finding Your Integrator is a Firework Moment
As the Visionary, you’re full of ideas, innovation, and ambition. But without the right person to turn those brilliant ideas into concrete plans, your grand visions might fizzle out like damp firecrackers.
Same can be said for employee engagement - if you are frequently found chasing your next big idea, your team is likely getting 'Visionary Whiplash' and frustrated with the frequent starting and stopping of new initiatives, and lack of follow-thru on projects means lack of wins. This is the quickest way to lose engagement of one of your most valuable assets - your team.
The Integrator is the one who takes your biggest, best ideas, adds structure, aligns the team, balances the big picture with the day-to-day operations, and lights the fuse for explosive growth. Here's how an Integrator can set off the ultimate business fireworks:
Strategic Symphony: With your visionary ideas and your Integrator's knack for execution, you'll create a symphony of strategy and action. Together, you’ll ensure your business's sustained success.
Rocket Fuel for Growth: Just as rockets need both fuel and a launch sequence, your business needs visionary ideas and precise execution. Your Integrator provides the disciplined approach that ensures every launch is a success, propelling your company forward.
Freedom to Focus: When you find your Integrator match, you gain the freedom to focus on what you do best. With your Integrator handling the day-to-day operations, you can concentrate on big-picture thinking and innovation.
Fractional Firepower: Not ready for a full-time Integrator? No problem! You can ramp up with a Fractional Integrator - someone who provides the expertise and structure you need on a part-time basis. A Fractional Integrator allows you to gain momentum without the full-time salary commitment (and sometimes extensive search for that elusive 'perfect' fit), ensuring your business has the right amount of fuel for steady, sustainable growth.
Dynamic Duo: Like our Founding Fathers who combined their strengths to create a nation, you and your Integrator form a partnership built on trust, complementary skills, and a shared vision for the future.
Celebrate Your Business Independence
This Independence Day, as you enjoy the fireworks, think about the freedom you can be yours, within your business. Finding your Integrator match is like drafting your own Declaration of Independence. And - it's the key to unlocking your full potential, driving growth, and achieving the success you had always envisioned for the company.
So, Visionaries, are you ready to find your Integrator and grab ahold of that somewhat (or altogether) elusive Rocket Fuel? Declare freedom from chaos and inconsistency and embrace a world where clarity, scalable growth, and spectacular success is possible.
Grab your copy of Rocket Fuel, begin your search for an Integrator, and start making your Integrator Wish List. Because when Visionaries and Integrators unite, the results are nothing short of explosive!