What makes you sad as a leader?
With the recent events going on in the country (Charlie Kirk, school shooting in Evergreen, CO, etc.) I have been struck with tremendous feelings of sadness. From a leadership perspective, we need to shift our mindset to become more unifying in our leadership tactics. In the #CJJblog this week, I explain why I am Leadership Sad and what we can do as leaders to focus more on unity.
- Yourself. What do you believe in? Are you (and your team) crystal clear on this? Be open to others’ beliefs, but always true to yourself.
- Understanding. Always seek (and listen) first to understand, then to be understood.
- Curiosity. Always keep the mindset that you can learn from everyone. Keep your eyes and ears open for learning opportunities.
- Respect. Show great respect for all races, religion, and genders.
- Disagreements. Challenge others’ views, allow them to challenge yours, and have empathy. Remember that violence is not the answer.
- Model. Be the role model others need. Treat others well and they will seek your guidance as a leader.
- Answers. Remember that the answers need to be the best answers, not ones that are yours or first.
- Social Media. Use your social media platforms to spread love and positivity, not hate.
- Collaboration. We will live in a better world if we unite and collaborate with our team. Dictating and controlling their actions is not the answer.
Did You Know? Coach Jim Johnson made another podcast appearance, this time on the From Scratch to Success podcast. You can view the full episode HERE.
Life Tip #28: When people think of a person with integrity, they think of you.
