The ability to make real and lasting change begins with the right mindsets, attitudes, critical thinking and emotional fitness. Most of our clients are looking to transform, excel or compete at a higher level. Before we even consider a new client looking to transform, we enter into intense conversations— where we do the majority of listening. We look for leaders who demonstrate self-regulation, self -awareness, humility. We want to know from what values are they working because we know that poor and immature leadership is powerless to affect a change that leads to transformation.
An agile mindset – one that is open, trustworthy and courageous – will automatically promote collaboration and innovation. Humility is also critical because one cannot work with nor learn from others if not willing to admit you don’t know everything. This is not a prescription for peace on earth, because a culture in transformation always has conflicts. But, the one thing that keeps people connected or disconnected are the values of the organization: positive values will transform; negative values will prevent the learning necessary to change.
Here are some tips on how you can develop (i.e. practice) the right mindsets and attitudes:
Every day, take time to reflect on what is going on around you. Get clear about your values. Edit the input you are receiving in order to give you more space to live out of your values.
Work on yourself to be your best observer and practice self-awareness
Be aware of your fears: fear-based decision making is just not productive. Re-frame your situation to gain perspective.
Stop trying to be right! Instead, seek insight as to what is happening. Every time you enter into a right or wrong discussion, it’s usually win-lose not win-win.
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