It’s so nice when we can keep it simple. But first, a confession…Just like any other CEO, I can be a worrier when it comes to my leadership development business. That’s the good news for clients. I don’t just “feel” their pain; I’ve lived it as an employee, team member and leader who cared deeply about her work. I live it now as a business owner. As a worrier though, I can imagine things are going askew when they aren’t. That’s why I loved it when running coach Sandy Timmons shared her strategy:
Just like any other CEO, I can be a worrier when it comes to my leadership development business. That’s the good news for clients. I don’t just “feel” their pain; I’ve lived it as an employee, team member and leader who cared deeply about her work. I live it now as a business owner. As a worrier though, I can imagine things are going askew when they aren’t. That’s why I loved it when running coach Sandy Timmons shared her strategy:
“Sometimes the only thing wrong is that I need to change my mind.”
When Timmons talks, just like those E.F. Hutton commercials from long ago, I listen. In that one sentence business life gets simple.
I’ve faced a lot as I know you have. But really, my problems are of the highest quality. When I think otherwise, the only thing I need to do is change my mind. And for that I give and share my thanks with you. Life and leadership is a courageous act: we’re on the journey together!
Keeping It Joyful!
Leadership coach Nancy Belmont has created a visually exquisite 30-Day Journal Challenge Postcard Set. Each card has a reflective question that will invoke gratitude and joy. Wait until you hold them in your hands—they will captivate you! Click here to learn more.
Keeping It Powerful
This has been a great year for sharing powerful tools with you through the Hidden Solutions, Hidden Stakeholders eBook series. We’ve had great feedback on the most recent release: Hidden by the C-Suite: How to Solve Your Business Challenges by Including People.
You may or may not have a C-level title, but if you are responsible for addressing a complex issue, this book gives you a simple, powerful framework and helps you answer the question: “who do I include?” It doesn’t stop there: most importantly, it helps you answer how to do so in a way meaningful for them and for the outcome you are driving toward. Learn from seasoned executives at Habitat for Humanity, Walmart and the U.S. Fund for UNICEF with lessons that you can apply to fit the challenge you’re responsible for. Check it out on Amazon!
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