For what?
Looking at growth projections, targets, areas of opportunity
Evaluating your bench and succession
Planning your own visibility and thought leadership – topics, delivery vehicles, modes
Prioritizing the relationships you want to build and making time for them
Assessing your team’s needs and glitches
Determining the best use of your time
Looking at why you may not be spending it there, what’s pulling you away
Things that are big picture, important, and that you feel you’re too busy to address
How often?
Try twice a month
Block it on your calendar and make it sacred
Begin with 45-60 minutes
Consider involving your deputy