What are some mindful approaches to leadership development and succession planning?

La disciplina en la práctica es esencial para incorporar el mindfulness como un estilo de vida y/o de liderazgo. Por ejemplo, para la práctica de la meditación, es recomendable que esta tenga unos horarios definidos durante el día de forma tal que si no se pudo practicar en uno, ya estén los otros como alternativa. Si lo que se desea es la aplicación en una situación concreta, por ejemplo, la escucha en reuniones, se recomienda hacerlo de forma deliberada durante al menos 21 días de forma tal que tanto la práctica como la observación de los resultados, consoliden el hábito. Si se trata de algún ejercicio en particular, puede asociarse a momentos del día o situaciones concretas: cada que.... entonces .... De esta forma se aumentan el éxito

One thing I've found helpful to hone my mindfulness skills is, consistency and practice. Your brain is like a muscle that needs work over time to maintain. Using apps, stillness and journalling to help increase introspection and detachment from our emotions helps to see situations in a different perspective and to allow our emotions to subside and rationalling make decisions.

Embarking on the mindfulness journey doesn't require grand gestures; start simple. It could be five minutes of conscious breathing before your first coffee or a mindful minute to truly listen to a colleague without formulating a response. By integrating these practices into the fabric of your daily life, you build the muscle of presence. This presence becomes your anchor in the hustle of day-to-day leadership, guiding you to lead not just with your mind, but with your heart as well.

Integrating mindfulness into leadership development is like setting the GPS for your growth journey. It's not about changing your destination, but about enhancing the way you travel. Start by aligning your personal values with your leadership style - are you as compassionate with your team as you are with your family? When actions and intentions align, you not only become a more grounded leader but also pave the way for others to follow suit, creating a succession plan that's authentic and effective.

To keep the flames of mindfulness alive in your leadership role, treat it like your most important client or project. Schedule it, prioritize it, and when you're tempted to cancel that 'meeting' with yourself, remember that this is the client that keeps all your other clients happy. Connect with peers who value this journey; their stories and insights will reinforce your commitment. And on days it feels like a chore, remind yourself that this is the path to not just surviving, but thriving in leadership.

Remember, mindfulness isn't a destination; it's a way of traveling through your leadership journey. It's about embracing imperfection and learning from it. Each stumble is a step forward when you approach it mindfully. And while we often look for grand tales of success, sometimes the most profound stories are in the quiet moments—a mindful pause that led to a better decision, or a deep breath that turned a confrontation into a conversation. These are the unsung, everyday victories of a mindful leader.