“Know thyself,” the timeless wisdom from Socrates, continues to resonate through the ages, emphasizing the significance of continuous self-discovery and reflection. In this leadership tip, I explore the modern-day application of this ancient aphorism, delving into the idea that self-cultivation is not just a destination but a transformative journey worth exploring. The inward reflection of ourselves becomes the foundation of building our own greatest castle.
The clearer we are about what we want in our lives, and the more confident we are that thoughts become things, the better we become at influencing others who want to follow. This self-awareness is the proactive step towards taking responsibility for the life we want to live. Conflict resolution, being an inside job, stresses the importance of investing in our “sandbox factor,” recognizing that relationships are the root of all human success.
The HOLY SHIFT Moment
This presents an opportunity for a HOLY SHIFT in your mindset and your behaviour. Capture it by writing it down or utilizing our downloadable worksheet companion. These points of awareness are powerful opportunities to make lasting personal and professional progress.
The tools for good play, performance, and promotions begin with positioning yourself inward first to do your internal, personal leadership development. But wait . . . these tools are bulky, and you only have so much internal space! It’s crucial to make space for new tools by decluttering and unpacking old baggage. Let’s shed the old and make room for a fresh inventory of tools to “PLAY NICE.”
Embracing the journey of self-discovery and decluttering our internal space is paramount. I invite you to “know thyself” and encourage you to unpack old baggage for a transformative approach to leadership. As you embark on this journey, remember that the foundation you build within yourself will radiate outward. Book a discovery call with me today to discover how you can achieve peaceful, productive & profitable relationships with the Sandbox System.
With gratitude,
Penny
Learn the strategies that will help your team resolve conflict in the NEW workplace.
- Embrace, accept, and welcome conflicting values
- Understand the importance of collaborative relationships for career advancement
- Take responsibility to co-create a winning culture with productive and profitable results
- Empathize with coworkers and even competitors to be the leader others WANT to follow
Press Appearances:
- CEOWorld Magazine
- Blue Heron Journal
- Mareo McCracken
- EverydayMBA, Host: Kevin Craine
- Savvy Business
- Swimming in the Flood
- Get Down to Business
- HR.com Leadership Excellence
- Indian Management Magazine
- Crafting Solutions to Conflict
- Vantage Fit Podcast
- Stay tuned, more coming soon…