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Effective self-leadership requires self-awareness. Cultivating self-awareness requires an investment in yourself. The work calls leaders into a journey of constant growth and curiosity about who you are and who you are becoming. Developing self-awareness cultivates your mindset, which informs your decision making. It empowers you to lead confidently and communicate more effectively. Now's the time to do a self-check and ask yourself: Are you engaged in the work? #selfawareness #leadership #ceo #selfleadership

As CEO, you likely spend most of your time focusing on how you lead others. Yet, all leadership begins with self-leadership. Leading yourself is hard, but the process of learning to lead yourself well cultivates empathy for those you lead. It brings a deeper understanding of your own psychology, shaping how you approach leading your team. The emotional intelligence (EQ) you gain prepares you to lead others with the nuance that privilege merits. Are you ready to invest in how you lead yourself? If you are, book a time to learn more about Excellence Unbounded's Visionary Leader Coaching Program. #ceo #leadership #selfleadership #eq

The changing nature of friendship in the U.S. has nuanced implications for business. Here are 3️⃣ points of consideration for CEOs who want to ensure their organizations outpace their competitors. 1. Self-leadership is more important than ever. Companies with a culture that emphasizes self-leadership as the foundation for effective leadership will be more resilient amidst the decline in friendships. Strong self-leadership is a common trait in proactive people. Employees who lead themselves well are more likely to exercise the initiative to build relationships that support their well-being. Mental health is health, and healthy employees are more productive. 2. As automation and remote work increases, so does the need for strong communicators. Close friendships play a vital role in personal growth. These relationships contribute to the development of communication skills. The absence of those relationships creates a void in personal development that companies must address thoughtfully. Leaders get results through conversations that empower employees to carry out their vision. As a leader, you must enter conversations aware your employees may be engaging in fewer social conversations outside of work. Meeting employees where they are, and working to develop their interpersonal communication, strengthens the bonds between you and your teams while also mitigating the impact of the decline in friendships. 3. Organizational resilience is a byproduct of resilient people.  Your company is not just comprised of people, it IS people. Resilient people adapt well to whatever is unfolding in the moment. Growth mindsets facilitate resilience. Fixed mindsets resist realities that clash with their desired outcomes. This constrains the adaptability necessary to design new possibilities. Visionary leaders view the decline of friendship in the United States through a unique lens. They explore how their companies can use the 3 points of consideration above to strengthen their workforce, and consequently, their companies. What might that look like for your company? #ExcellenceUnbounded #leadership #ceo #friendship #resilience

There's 1 aspect of mindset that can prevent many leaders from unlocking their organization's fullest potential: the illusion of control. Many leaders believe they can guarantee results by exerting tighter control. What would you think if I told you that your efforts to tighten your control are making you a less effective leader? Research from the University of California, Berkeley reveals a paradox: the more leaders try to control outcomes, the less control they have. That's because the idea of control is an illusion. Leadership is not about control - it's about influence. Empowering leadership, which involves delegating authority and developing the leadership capacity of your team, leads to: ➡️ Higher team performance ➡️ Increased employee creativity ➡️ Greater job satisfaction Take a moment to consider your team. How might they benefit from you letting go of the illusion of control? When you abandon this illusion, you create space to be thoughtful about how you invest in your team. #mindset #leadership #ceo #excellenceunbounded

Ever feel like your mind's on a roller coaster during high-stakes decisions? You're not alone - even world-class athletes struggle with this. Emotional self-regulation is crucial for effective leadership, especially under pressure. Many CEOs find their decision-making skills falter when the heat is on, leading to suboptimal outcomes. Neuroscience offers insights into why this happens - and how to prevent it. Research shows that stress triggers your fight-flight-or-freeze response, flooding your brain with cortisol. This biological reaction can impair your prefrontal cortex - the area responsible for rational thinking and decision-making. But here's the good news: armed with this knowledge, you can develop strategies to counteract these effects. Here are 2 science-backed practices that can help you emotionally self-regulate: Bring yourself into the present moment: 1. Direct your attention to your breath. Focusing on your breathing brings you into the present. As you pay attention to your breathing, slow your inhalation and lengthen your exhalation. The agency involved in this process is an important component of self-regulation. 2.  Direct your attention inward Observe your thoughts, your bodily sensations, and the surrounding environment. Resist the urge to assign judgment. Simply engage in the process of observation. By understanding the science behind your stress response, you can develop strategies to stay cool under pressure, leading to better decisions and more confident leadership. ------- Want to dive deeper into mastering your mindset so that you can skillfully navigate uncertainty, lead confidently, and drive results? Subscribe to "Inner Frontiers for Outer Impact" - a free weekly email focused on helping you develop greater leadership capacity. #InnerFrontiersForOuterImpact #mindset #selfregulation #ceo

Can 7 weeks of Mindfulness transform your company? At General Mills, it did just that. Their groundbreaking mindfulness program continues to reshape how we think about leadership and organizational well-being. As CEO, you are constantly seeking ways to improve performance, foster innovation, and build resilient teams. But what if the answer lies not in doing more, but in being more present? 🤔 The challenge? Many leaders struggle with emotional reactivity, judgment, and stress, which can cascade throughout the organization, hampering productivity and innovation. The solution? Mindfulness. By cultivating present-moment awareness and non-judgmental acceptance, you can transform your leadership approach and, by extension, your entire organization. Let's look at the impact of General Mills' 7-week "Mindful Leadership" program: ➡️ 80% of participants reported improved decision-making skills ➡️ 89% said they became better listeners ➡️ Significant improvements in employee engagement and well-being ➡️ Enhanced creativity and innovation across teams ➡️ Overall boost in organizational resilience and adaptability These results stem from two core tenets of Mindfulness: ➡️ Acceptance: Embracing reality as it is, not as you wish it to be. ➡️ Non-judgment: Observing without categorizing experiences as good or bad. By practicing these principles, leaders create a culture of psychological safety, where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute their best ideas. Mindfulness isn't just about personal well-being—it's a powerful tool for organizational transformation. As a CEO, your mindfulness practice can be the CATALYST for widespread positive change. Ready to explore how mindfulness can benefit your organization? Contact us to learn more about our bespoke coaching programs. ------- ♻️ Reshare if you found this helpful.

A lot has changed for me during 2024. In some ways, it has been a year of "opening up." As a very private person, this has been an interesting evolution. One change I made this year: I remade my newsletter so that I write about what I am passionate about in my authentic voice. This means I write about leadership through my unique lens. I dive into explorations of self-leadership, Mindset, Courage, Resilience and Innovation, and I couldn't be happier. Well, as these changes within me were underway in early 2024, Lisa Hope T. reached out to invite me to be a guest on her podcast, Make Life Less Difficult. Since this is apparently my era of sharing more of my voice, I agreed. 🤷🏽♀️ The result: I had the privilege of engaging in one of the most enjoyable, thoughtful conversations I have had in a while. Honestly, I probably could have shared less during our conversation, but Lisa asks great questions and I really got in a groove. Check out the episode and consider subscribing to Lisa's podcast. She's on a mission to empower people to make life less difficult. That's certainly a mission most people should get behind. After you listen to the episode (link in comments), let me know what you might like to hear more about in a future newsletter issue. Our discussion sparked a lot of ideas for threads I can delve into further in the future. Would love to hear which ones resonate most for you. ----------------------- ♻️ Reshare if you found this helpful. #podcast #leadership #selfleadership #makelifelessdifficult

Want to develop your mindset? Here's a formula to help you do it. M = f(m) In this week’s newsletter, I'm taking you on a personal journey through my disastrous first attempt at mindfulness. Through this story, I'll share what I consider to be a crucial insight for every leader. I call it the crucial equation for effective leadership (see above). We'll lay the groundwork to examine how this formula helps you develop your capacity to: ➡️ Skillfully navigate uncertainty ➡️ Lead confidently ➡️ Drive results If you want to learn more and you’re ready to level up how you lead yourself and your team, subscribe now using the link in my profile. I’ll also drop it in the comments.  --------------------------------------- Hi 👋🏽, I'm Shawnette. I send a free weekly newsletter, Inner Frontiers for Outer Impact, every Sunday. In this 4-min. read, I provide self-leadership insights that help you develop your Mindset, Courage, Resilience, & Innovation. If you're interested, click "View my newsletter" in my profile. It only takes 5 sec. #InnerFrontiersForOuterImpact #mindset #mindfulness #leadership