The Weekend High-Five - 08/10/2024
The Leadership In Focus: Weekend High Five - August 10, 2024
We made it to the weekend – that deserves a high-five! As we head into this second weekend in August, let’s focus on aligning our actions with our goals to pursue the dreams we want to achieve.
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Quote of the Week
"At some point you gotta be real with yourself about the gap between the life you want to live and the live your daily habits are leading you towards." - Michell C. Clark
Stand In The Gap: This week’s quote comes courtesy of a post by Steven Bartlett on Linkedin. Reflect on the distance between your aspirations and your current habits. Real change begins when you align your daily actions with the life you envision. 💡
Action Step: Start by identifying one habit that doesn't serve your goals and replace it with one that does.
Interesting read or listen - The Ultimate Playbook for New Leaders
This week we recommend, "The Making of a Manager: What to Do When Everyone Looks to You" by Julie Zhuo. This book is an essential guide for new and seasoned leaders alike, offering practical insights and everyday examples to help you navigate the challenges of management. Whether you're starting out or need a refresher, this book is packed with advice on building trust, hiring effectively, and leading with confidence.
As we continue on this leadership growth journey together, here are the 5 big ideas we discussed this week at Leadership In Focus:
Monday: Can You Spot the Dolphin? 🐬
A social experiment revealed how easily we overlook details. By taking a moment to truly observe, we can notice hidden gems that others might miss. 🧐💎
Tuesday: Sometimes It Sucks, Trust the Process 💪
In challenging times, trusting the process is essential. Embrace the struggle, celebrate small wins, and stay consistent to achieve growth. 🏃♂️🎉
Wednesday: The Four Pillars of Holistic Health: A Path to Being FIT in Life 🌟
Explore the essentials of holistic health—physical, emotional, mental, and financial—and learn how to integrate them into your life for overall well-being. 🏋️🧠💰
Thursday: Can I Get All the Imposters to Show Me Your Hands ✋
Imposter syndrome affects many leaders. Acknowledge it, share your experiences, and document your achievements to combat feelings of inadequacy. 💬📝
Friday: Leading Becomes Simpler When You Learn to Break the Rules
Effective leadership often means breaking traditional rules. Encourage open dialogue, empower your team, and focus on individual strengths to inspire and elevate your team. 🗣️🛠️💪
Tools & Resources of the Week: 2 FREE DOWNLOADS - The Whole Health Navigator for Leaders & Mastering Tough Conversations
The Whole Health Guide for Leaders helps you assess and prioritize your biggest areas of growth - be it mental health, financial health, fitness, or social health. You can set up a 30-day action plan for free to help you get on track and find the balance you want to achieve in your life.
Conflict is never easy, but some handle it better by being prepared, practicing, and embracing discomfort for growth. Courage is doing that thing you’re afraid of. At Leadership In Focus, we've created the Tough Talk Guidebook to help you tackle those difficult conversations with confidence. Available exclusively to our subscribers for free for one more week (expires 11:59pm August 16, 2024) with coupon code HIGH5TOUGH100 – a $9.99 value that could be priceless for your personal growth!
