So many of us are in a go-go-go mentality. We have too many things to do and accomplish. When that happens, we forget to stop and reflect—a critical aspect of being an effective leader. This episode explores the importance of pausing to think and how to build a reflective practice that provides gratitude and growth.
I have had lots of conversations with people about feedback. One thing that is lacking and most people are hungry for is meaningful recognition and acknowledgment. Several years ago, I learned to leverage the F.B.I. (Feeling, Behavior, Impact) Feedback Formula from my friends at Barry-Wehmiller. It makes an immense difference in the effectiveness and impact of feedback (for both growth and recognition).
It is human nature to care what other people think; however, when we let that define us, we lose our capacity to lead. So often, we spend too much time seeking the approval and accolades of people whose opinions don't matter—and we steamroll over the people who matter the most to us.
