Before we go further, take a few moments and write down 5 of the most outstanding adjectives that describe you. Don’t be modest – give yourself credit!
Now, write down 5 adjectives that describe you at your worst…and don’t go easy on yourself…be honest!So which one is the real you?
Read below and take the reins to discover more about you…your leadership style and how better to work with people!
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The answer is both! Most of us don’t often feel like our best selves…and are not keen on acknowledging our worst selves. True leaders need real self-awareness – a fearless willingness to look at what motivates their behavior, and to recognize the impact they have on those they lead…particularly when it’s destructive.
Each of us can be pushed into negative responses when pressured, threatened or confronted. We can be triggered! But we don’t have to fire!
The more aware we are of our feelings, motivations and reactions – the better we are at managing ourselves – and the more successful we will be!
In all honesty, I completed the exercise above…and was proud of the first 5 adjectives! Then I became embarrassed with the last 5 because I knew that those “quick, reactive actions” affected those around me. As uncomfortable and vulnerable as it makes me feel – I’m now trying to think before taking action…and make a choice about how to act, rather than simply reacting!
The better we understand and manage ourselves, the happier and more successful we will become – in every aspect of our lives!
So here’s to embracing all those adjectives that make you special!
Ride on with self-awareness and be in total control of your reins!
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