Leaders, don’t RUSH into your week~LEAD into your week.
When is the last time you took a few minutes to self-reflect on your leadership?
…Are you stuck in the chaos? (firefighting)
…Are you feeling uninspired (disconnected)
…Are you sending mixed messages (being reactive)
Stop and Reflect.
Great leadership provides an illuminated path. What’s the LIGHT you are shining?
Regular periods of self-reflection help leaders ensure they’re headed in the right direction with regard to engaging their teams, making progress on their own leadership development, and creating short- and long-term vision to inspire their team to contribute to something beyond themselves EVERY DAY.
Different leaders will have different approaches to how they reflect. Some might look at their daily interactions with others, while some will focus more broadly on how they’ve made an impact on their organization and people.
My own preference is to ask questions that really get to the heart of how I need to show up as a light for my team, with some answers showing me how well I measure up, while others helpfully highlight areas that need my attention.
Whether you are in a leadership role, an aspiring leader or you just want to be your best in work and life, the habit of reflection can build self-awareness, efficacy, and resilience. If done with purpose and intention, it can help you establish and achieve more meaningful goals and prepare for challenges ahead.
Check out this video for a 2 minute exercise on your Leadership Light.
(What light are you bringing to your team and organization this week?)
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