Firstly, thank you, @JackieBagnall, for sharing an episode of @Steven Bartlett’s latest podcast, The Diary Of A CEO, featuring the fabulous @Mel Robbins. Her insights into personal growth are incredibly simple yet prophetic, so I thought I’d share my thoughts as I believe they could apply to leadership – so here goes.
- Energy in Decision-Making: The Ripple Effect
Your energy is like a stone tossed into a pond, creating ripples. When making decisions, bring positivity, enthusiasm, and confidence. This is more about being optimistic; it’s about setting a tone and encouraging your team to approach challenges with a positive mind and can-do attitude. Think of it as ‘energised leadership’ – it’s important that your vibe will set the stage for how your team tackles everything.
- Inner Wisdom: Trust Your Leadership Gut
Listening to your inner wisdom is like having a secret advisor on your leadership team. When facing tough decisions, step back and take a moment to listen to that gut feeling. It’s often an accumulation of your experiences and knowledge giving you a nudge. Encourage your team to do the same – fostering an environment where intuition is valued alongside data and analysis to provide a complete picture when making decisions.
- The Right Decisions: Leading Through Fear
Embrace the scary decisions as opportunities to grow. As a leader, show your team it’s okay to leave your comfort zone. Lead by example – when you tackle intimidating projects or decisions head-on, you’re showing your team that it’s alright to take risks and that growth often lies on the other side of fear.
- Your Inner Compass: Staying True to Your Course
Developing your inner compass involves aligning your decisions with your values and goals. As a leader, regularly check if your actions and decisions align with your leadership philosophy. Encourage your team to do the same by setting clear values and goals to align with.
- Motivation: The Action-First Approach
In leadership, action often precedes motivation. Start with small steps towards your goals, and let the motivation follow. Set the tone by initiating projects and tasks even when you’re not feeling 100% driven. This ‘action-first’ approach can set a powerful example for your team, showing that progress isn’t always about waiting for the perfect moment.
- Embrace the Challenge: Leading Change
Change is tough but necessary. As a leader, recognise your resistance to change and address it openly with your team. Be honest. Share your journey of adapting to change with them, making it a collective journey of growth and adaptation. This transparency builds trust and makes navigating change together less intimidating.
- Courage to Act on Your Wisdom: Bold Leadership
Acting on your inner wisdom often requires courage. Show your team what it looks like to take bold steps based on your convictions. Encourage them to bring their unique insights and act on them. This builds a culture of empowered decision-making.
- The ‘Let Them’ Theory: Loosening the Reins
Finally, the ‘Let Them’ Theory is all about trust. Trust your team to do their jobs without micromanaging. This approach not only frees up your energy but also empowers your team. It builds an environment of accountability and respect where everyone feels valued and capable.
So, that’s me done! What do you think of my perspective on Mel’s insights?
Which, if any, of these insights will you use to transform the way you and your team operate? Lead with that energy, intuition, and boldness!
Here’s an article where I’ve unpacked Mel Robbins’ wisdom, including her ‘Let Them’ Theory, and translated them into practical leadership moves you can make right now.
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