Comment pouvez-vous utiliser la pleine conscience pour renforcer vos relations professionnelles ?

One thing I’ve found helpful is intentionality. Before every interaction, knowing the intention of the interaction (desire to do business, sell a product or service, negotiate a partnership, etc) plus doing my homework and coming prepared to the meeting facilitate full presence. Asking questions and listening to understand are key to full presence. I’ve also found taking notes to keep me focused and prevent interruptions or cue questions.

Mindfulness has been the most powerful tool in my personal and work life… BUT when I remember to be in that space. It changes both myself and the person / people I’m engaging with, there’s a contagiousness in it. The art is how to get there and stay there. I’m mid-way through a course called the Inner MBA held by Sounds True, and it teaches radical self awareness, of your physical, mental and emotional state, and it’s been one of the most valuable courses I’ve ever taken… really.

Agree, you are able to engage fully in conversations, listen without judgment, and respond thoughtfully to build trust and understanding with colleagues.

I have stepped in as a transitional leader several times to mend the issues from a previous leader who did not practice mindfulness, and who didn't realize they were causing excess friction to build in relationships with key customers and partners. Other senior leaders were not able to see or tackle the issue before some damage was done - and junior staff left or stepped back rather than reporting it. I focused on reseting this by having a 1-on-1 call with each party to ask what had worked well or could be done better going forward, listening genuinely to the response without jumping to judgement (or interupting) and trying to unpack actions/new processes to act on as a true partner with a focus on mutual 'wins' to both parties involved.

When I shift into a more present and aware state in the middle of a meeting, I find that the conversation shifts a little and the person I’m with shifts just a little. It’s fascinating.

In my experience, a large component to being mindful when providing feedback is understanding past performance, norms, and personality traits for that person. If this is a one-off mistake and it's very unlikely for it to reoccur, providing feedback may not be appropriate at all, and only serves to call more attention to a mistake that is unlikely to repeat again.

Like other skills, this takes practice. In todays distracted world, setting aside time each day to practice presence is an excellent way to improve focus and presence.

Integrating mindfulness strengthens professional relationships by enhancing presence and empathy. Practice active listening, be fully engaged in conversations, and avoid distractions. Cultivate self-awareness to manage stress effectively, promoting a calm and collected demeanor. Mindful communication involves thoughtful responses, fostering a deeper understanding of colleagues' perspectives. Regular mindfulness practices contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment. How do you incorporate mindfulness in your professional life?