The Founder of LinkedIn, Reid Hoffman, says he looks for an “infinite learning curve” when assessing leaders. “Learner” and “Growth Mindset” may be the new competitive competencies we all need in a world where all we can count on is constant change. How do we develop these competencies? You can check out the great book, Mindset, by Carol Dweck. Here is a blog with an … [Read more...] about Develop an Infinite Learning Curve
Resilience
Envision Your Ideal Future
There is still time to set your intentions for 2022. Whatever new and special activities that you have in mind for 2022, I suggest that you establish them as a part of a Vision you have for your future. Imagine your “ideal life.” If you could really have it any way you wanted, what would your life be like? Start with a clean sheet of paper and dream big. Here are some … [Read more...] about Envision Your Ideal Future
Quick Self-Care Check-in
Without thinking about it too long, what is your answer to this question: On a scale from 1 – 10: “How well do you take care of yourself?” Or – if you want a more comprehensive assessment, here is a sixteen-question assessment on “Are You Heading For An Energy Crisis?” from the book, The Power of Full Engagement. You can learn more about the book’s ideas in this … [Read more...] about Quick Self-Care Check-in
Build Your Strategic Agility
The COVID crisis required us all to be as “nimble” as possible and then “pivot” in new directions. However, some organizations were more successful at this than others. What do we need to do to build the capacity for “strategic agility” in our organizations so we can handle future challenges? A recent article in Harvard Business Review provides some insights. The authors … [Read more...] about Build Your Strategic Agility
Give Yourself a Break
Empathy starts at home. Recently, my colleague Dr. Gerald Suarez wrote a great blog post discussing the importance of Empathy with others as we move back to working in our offices. If you have not read it, I encourage you to check it out. But remember to start with yourself. Give yourself time and space to get into new routines and create your new normal. COVID … [Read more...] about Give Yourself a Break