This week I had the pleasure and honour of speaking to several young leaders.
I was asked to speak about imperfection and how it has a place in leadership language and behaviour, as well as how to be a heart-centered leader. Two of my favourite topics to speak about! ❤️
This group of leaders were all young adults excited to climb the ladder of success in their companies.
The question on repeat was:
“What’s the best advice you can give a young leader who wants to move up to a position of executive leadership?”
I had two strategies for this response: professional and personal.
Here is how the conversation went on the professional side:
Congratulations on your ambition to become an executive leader! ⬆️
⬆️ Focus on developing your leadership skills
⬆️ Take the initiative, work on your communication skills, and build relationships to show that you want to lead
⬆️Make sure to stay up-to-date with industry developments
⬆️Be proactive in learning new skills
⬆️Stay organized
⬆️Network with other leaders and mentors to learn best practices
⬆️Gain insight into different leadership approaches
⬆️With a combination of hard work and dedication, you will be well on your way to achieving your goal
On the personal side, our conversation was:
Becoming a successful leader without jeopardizing your health can be a challenging endeavour.
However, it is possible to achieve success without having to sacrifice your well-being.
Here are some tips to help you balance your responsibilities as a leader with your health:
❤️Prioritize your health and well-being
❤️Make sure you give yourself time to exercise, eat healthy meals, get enough sleep, and learn how to relax and deal with stress
❤️Make sure you take regular breaks throughout the day to recharge, whether that be a few minutes of deep breathing or a quick walk around the block
❤️As a leader, you don’t have to do everything yourself; delegate tasks to others on your team and trust them to get the job done
❤️Prioritize sleep: Getting enough rest is essential to a healthy lifestyle, so try to get 7-9 hours of sleep each night
❤️Connect with others: Talk to your team and coworkers often to build relationships and make the workplace a good place to be
By following these tips, you can become a successful leader without compromising your health.
I shared my story about the five executives who passed away and why this was foundational in my own life and business.
Helping our future leaders learn to lead is a passion for me.
