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Why Systems Thinkers Get Promoted (and Everyone Else Plateaus) | Coastal Edge Consulting

Why do some leaders consistently get promoted into executive roles — while others, just as capable, seem to stall? The answer often has nothing to do with effort, expertise, or performance reviews. It has everything to do with systems thinking. In this video, I break down why systems thinking is one of the most critical — and least talked about — skills required to move into executive leadership. If you’re a manager, director, senior leader, or professional aiming for VP, C-suite, or enterprise-level roles, this perspective shift can change how you’re seen at the decision-making table. Most leaders are trained to solve problems. Executives are expected to understand why problems keep happening. That difference matters. 🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Video: Why strong execution alone isn’t enough to reach executive levels What systems thinking really means How executives think differently about decisions, risk, and long-term impact The role of feedback loops — and how outcomes become new inputs Why leaders who don’t think in systems unintentionally create recurring problems How to spot reinforcing vs. balancing feedback loops in organizations The invisible career ceiling that keeps high performers stuck at Director level How executives listen for systems thinking — even if they never name it You’ll also see a simple circular feedback loop diagram that shows how decisions, outcomes, and behavior continuously influence one another — and why understanding this cycle is essential for senior leadership. 🧠 Why This Matters Now: As organizations become more complex, interconnected, and accelerated by AI, linear thinking becomes a liability. Decisions made in one part of the organization increasingly ripple across culture, morale, performance, and long-term capability. Executives aren’t managing tasks — they’re managing patterns over time. If you want to be promoted into executive leadership, you need to demonstrate that you can: Anticipate second- and third-order consequences Think beyond silos and short-term fixes Redesign systems instead of repeatedly fixing symptoms Understand how incentives, culture, and structure shape behaviour This video is especially relevant if you work in: Leadership development Organizational development Change management HR, People & Culture, or strategy roles Healthcare, government, or complex enterprise environments 💡 Reflection Question: Where in your leadership are you rewarded for fixing problems — when what’s actually needed is systems-level change? If this video resonated with you, consider subscribing to the channel for practical leadership insights focused on systems thinking, executive decision-making, and leading effectively in complex, changing environments. Connect with me: Website: https://www.coastal-edge.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@CoastalEdgeConsulting⁩ Workshops & consulting inquiries: info@coastal-edge.ca LinkedIn:   / coastal-edge-consulting   Coastal Edge Consulting hones in on leadership development - with practical advice and tips that can be implemented right away. Topics such as building effective team cultures, change management, ways to navigate complex work environments, and the future of work - particularly with the introduction of AI. If you are a new, emerging, or experienced leader, there is always room to develop and grow. Leaders are learners... and we never run out of skills to learn when we lead. Subscribe to this channel and follow this leadership development series in which each episode will offer solutions, share stories, and provide techniques to real challenges faced by today's leaders. Expertise is drawn from decades of practical experience and propped up with formal education. My motto is to 'keep on striving' as a reminder to always push to improve because leadership is a never-ending journey! Visit my company website at www.coastal-edge.ca to learn more about who we are and what we offer.