Have you got a mentor? Nelson Mandela had great mentors. One of the things that can make the greatest difference in accelerating your growth as a leader is to find a great mentor – or even a few great mentors! If you’re not sure where to start with finding a mentor, then read what coach [...]
Leadership often involves making serious sacrifices. What’s most important is that you’re making a conscious choice about what you’re willing to sacrifice, rather than just unconsciously giving up anything and everything for your vision. What are you willing to sacrifice for your vision? What are you not willing to sacrifice for your vision? This post [...]
What do you want to be thinking and feeling? What are you actually thinking and feeling? Is there a disjunct? You can have all the thoughts and feelings you want – just like Nelson Mandela who was mentally and emotionally free even though he was oppressed and imprisoned for 27 years. Your thoughts create your [...]
Leaders have a vision. What’s your vision? Is it a reactionary anti-vision or a true vision? Make sure that you’re saying what you want to create, not just talking about what you want to break down. This post is an excerpt from this month’s feature: The Bottom-line on John Carlin’s Invictus.For the full Bottom-line audio [...]
Another powerful reason to watch and listen is that it’ll allow you to identify your people’s core fears. Our fears hold us back from taking action, so knowing their fears means that you can address their fears and reassure them that it’s safe to get on board. As you watch and listen, what are their [...]
Here’s what weak, low status body language looks like: Lack of eye contact, or looking downwards Fidgeting and moving your hands or head around a lot Touching your face with your hands Short, sharp, quick movements Slouching Here’s what powerful, high status body language looks like: Good eye contact Holding your body and head still, [...]
