In the words of Regina Brett, “No matter how you feel, get up, dress up, show up, and never give up.” And according to Woody Allen, “80% of success is showing up.” But what does it mean to “show up”? Showing up occurs on multiple levels and involves many distinct skill sets. Today, Dr. Norton and co-host Bruce Hurley will ask the question, “how do you show up as a leader?” Tune in as they examine some of the essential elements of the best answers to that question. Make sure to also catch the Mindfluence Challenge of the week and take advantage of a free scientific stress assessment, report and consult with Dr. Norton.
Key Takeaways:
[1:36] What does it mean to be a leader?
[3:02] How are leaders showing up?
[5:28] Always keep your eyes on the needs of the people you serve.
[7:45] You have to be connected & infected with your vision.
[11:43] What is an important part of what a leader should do, and often doesn’t do?
[14:44] The importance of pursuing meaningful contribution & a deeper purpose as your primary target.
[15:39] You have to be dedicated to the discipline of getting yourself into a high/positive state of flow.
[19:02] Leaders need to do different things at a higher level to inspire their team.
[22:01] You need to engage & inspire your team and hire people who are ‘inspirers’, rather than just managers.
[23:18] How do you dress as a leader? You need to show up dressed properly.
[25:42] Why you need to show up at your highest level every day and the ‘checklist cop out’.
[27:05] More advice on: showing up with confidence, listening & taking action, being the ‘real’ you, leading with love, and being magnanimous.
[31:48] Mindfluence success challenge: are negative stress factors compromising the way you show up as a leader? Be honest with yourself.
[32:33] A scientific Stress Assessment, report, and a 30 min call with Dr. Norton, are all yours for free. Email your request to: team@mindfluencerevolution.com.
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