Rod Snyder
Director - North America IT, Mylan

FROM 10,000 FEET | Since participating in the LSI program, I have improved as a leader in both business and my personal life because I have asked my direct reports—and my family—where I can improve. And they have told me: Spend more time with me. Don't be so aggressive in meetings. Don't play favorites. Be direct in your communication…golden nugget after golden nugget. Then, following through to ask them how I am doing to improve in these areas leads to real change. It’s a very simple concept, but easy to overlook for a fast-paced executive.

A-HA MOMENT | I learned the value of not adding too much value. Now, I can accept a good idea from my staff as is, instead of saying, "That's good, but it would be even better if...” Paul Argenti's session on Corporate Communication also had big impact on me. Like never before, I came to understand how important it is to be strategic in communicating on business issues—with both internal and external stakeholders.

THE TAKE-AWAY | At Tuck, you connect with the cream of the crop in executive educators and coaches, and network with other business leaders who are motivated to improve their leadership skills. Just being around such talent provides an opportunity to learn career- and life-changing concepts. And Tuck will teach you how to make this learning "stick."