Craig P. Anderson's Linkedin Analytics

Great opportunity for my fellow #UFAlumni in #Indianapolis to participate on International Gator Day! #GatorNation #GoGators

Ever wonder what truly motivates a high-performing team? On the latest episode of Executive Evolution, Ben Pippenger, Co-Founder and Staff Product Manager at Zylo, shares his journey from individual contributor to leader, revealing how understanding motivation, embracing mistakes, and prioritizing recognition shape effective leadership. Ben discusses why money alone won’t retain great employees, how peer appreciation builds stronger teams, and why carving out time for people, not just tasks, is key to leadership success. He also reflects on lessons from Salesforce and the challenges of scaling company culture. Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or refining your management approach, Ben’s insights on balancing confidence, competence, and calm will resonate. #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveEvolution #MotivatingTeams #GrowthMindset

Calling all UF Alumni in my network here in Indianapolis (and my SEC School alumni connections, too)! Next week, the Indy Gator Club and the rest of the SEC Alumni clubs in Indianapolis will host an evening of networking and connection on Thursday, June 5th, at Sullivan's Steakhouse from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. And I'm excited that we will have UF Alum Jennifer Magley as our speaker. Get your tickets now!!! #ufalumni #gatornation #gogators https://lnkd.in/ghzq3t2m

I have many "To Dos" to keep track of as a solopreneur. A few weeks ago, I started a trial of Motion to see how that would help. Here is what I found so far. 1) It has started to help, although writing down all your To-Dos can feel overwhelming when collected in one place. 2) I severely underestimate how long it takes me to do something. 3) I enjoy clicking something as "done" far more than I realized going into this. Any experts out there using motion as a solopreneur with suggestions, insights, tips, or tricks? #solopreneur #motion #projects

Last week, I posted about the tension between giving your all at work and still facing a layoff when the business undergoes a shift. I shared how that happened to me before both times I was laid off. I was all in. I worked hard. I got results. Then one day, I was out. In the comments, I said something blunt: "Most leaders stink at handling layoffs." That stuck with me. So I updated an old blog post where I laid out what I’ve learned from leading layoffs—what works, what doesn’t, and what real empathy looks like in those moments. But here’s what I’d love to hear from you: What does the right way to handle a layoff look like? If you’ve seen it done well—or done poorly—what stood out?

Ever wonder how vulnerability can strengthen your leadership? This week on Executive Evolution, Debra Chromy, President and CEO at Trellis, shares her leadership journey and how embracing authenticity and vulnerability shaped her success. Debra discusses the power of showing up as your true self, how making tough decisions for the organization can demonstrate strong leadership, and why curiosity is a vital tool for navigating challenges. She also reflects on the importance of surrounding yourself with the right team, leading through change, and building a culture of transparency and feedback. Whether you’re a new leader or an experienced executive, Debra’s insights on building trust and leading with authenticity will inspire you to embrace your true leadership potential. #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveEvolution #MotivatingTeams #GrowthMindset

I am so excited about this networking event coming up on June 5th. It can be lonely being an SEC grad in Big 10 country. As President of the Indy Gator Club, I have wanted to build this event for years. Over the last two years, I have been fortunate to connect with other local SEC Clubs, and we all generated the energy to make this event happen. So, if you know of a local SEC School alum or fan, please share this event with them. It's our fifth event, and they just get better and better. And a quick shoutout to the University of Florida Alumni Association (Heather Ashley, David Rountree, Kiefer Fairbanks, Shirley Lynn, and more), who have helped our club grow beyond watch parties to genuine alumni engagement. #SECAlumni #GatorNation #UFAlumni #Networking #IndianapolisNetworking #GoGators https://lnkd.in/ghzq3t2m

Somehow I became the father of a 28 year old today. Please join me in celebrating by listening to this episode of Executive Evolution where he shared with me the leadership lessons of a young Naval Officer.

Are you promoting your top performers into leadership roles... and setting them up to fail? In this week’s Evolving Leader newsletter, I share takeaways from my #ExecutiveEvolution podcast interview with Ben Pippenger, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Zylo. We talked about why leadership isn’t always the right growth path, how to make time for your people, and why peer recognition might be more powerful than anything coming from the top. Here’s a quick preview: ✅ Not every high performer should manage people ✅ Leading well takes intention, not just time ✅ Recognition means more when it comes from a peer If you want to build a team that grows, supports each other, and actually enjoys showing up, this one’s worth a read. #Leadership #PeopleDevelopment #TeamCulture #EvolvingLeader

Still trying to be the leader you think you're supposed to be? In this week’s Evolving Leader newsletter, I share insights from my conversation with Dr. Debra Chromy, President of FAS. Her leadership story is a powerful reminder that connection and trust don’t come from perfection—they come from being real. Here are three lessons from our conversation: ✔ Lead with authenticity. Bring your full self to the role. ✔ Let go of mistakes once you've learned from them. ✔ Listen first when stepping into a new role—change starts with understanding. If you're looking for leadership you can feel good about—and tools to help you do it better—this one’s worth a read. Link to the full episode in the first comment #LeadershipDevelopment #AuthenticLeadership #ExecutiveEvolution #TeamCulture #ListeningFirst

I’ve seen a few posts lately about layoffs, and why you shouldn’t give your all to an employer who might let you go without notice or reason. I get it. But I want to push back a bit. When I was at Chase, one of my team members told me, “I bleed Chase blue.” At the time, business was strong. I looked him in the eye and said, “Right now, your interests and Chase’s are aligned. And that’s great. For now. But when that changes, Chase won’t hesitate to let you go.” I was right. A few years later, the student loan industry shifted, and both our jobs were eliminated. That sucked. But I don’t regret the early mornings, late nights, or business trips I gave to Chase. I was rewarded financially. And, more importantly, I grew significantly as a leader. So yes, work hard. Give your best to the company that values it. Just don’t confuse alignment with permanence. It may not last forever, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth your full effort. - Put in the effort. - Take the reward. - Stay ready for what’s next.