As delivered this morning at the NC Bar Association.

First, know what it means to be a strategic asset:

• You are a business partner oriented toward driving/supporting results
• You understand the value of accelerating execution and efficiency
• You reduce — rather than create – roadblocks
• You provide options and alternatives for advancing critical initiatives
• You anticipate opportunity in addition to risk

Next, know how to become a strategic asset: 7 Keys

• Identify and Relationship Build with Key Stakeholders
• Manage Up & Across with Acumen, Break Down Silos
• Seek to Add Value and Understand Business Objectives
• Cultivate and Grow Influence and Trust
• Understand Your Greatest Value and Contribution
• Create and Define Your Brand Around It
• Build Your Confidence and Leadership; Continue to Stretch and Grow and Learn