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For decades, my motto has been "Doing well by doing good." I wholeheartedly believe in and inspire organizations to adopt the premise that not only is their vision to grow and be profitable but that they get there by doing good. That means 💡Doing good by the internal teams 💡Doing good by our external customers 💡Doing good by giving back to the community 💡Doing good by producing the products and services that are of exceptional quality and value After reading this article, I would expand the meaning of this motto to include that by doing good, leaders become role models that inspire others to do well by doing good. Being a force multiplier as Dr John Blakely puts it, creates the ripple effect of positive change beyond our immediate organizations, it has the possibility of solving the challenges facing our world today. Read the full article from Forbes Being a Force Multiplier - https://lnkd.in/gM8eGNmn

For decades, my motto has been "Doing well by doing good." I wholeheartedly believe in and inspire organizations to adopt the premise that not only is their vision to grow and be profitable but that they get there by doing good. That means … Doing good by the internal teams Doing good by our external customers Doing good by giving back to the community Doing good by producing the products and services that are of exceptional quality and value After reading this article, I would expand the meaning of this motto to include that by doing good, leaders become role models that inspire others to do well by doing good. Being a force multiplier as Dr John Blakey puts it, creates the ripple effect of positive change beyond our immediate organizations, it has the possibility of solving the challenges facing our world today. Read the full article from Forbes Being a Force Multiplier - https://lnkd.in/gM8eGNmn

Stress across all systems. Far beyond political-powers there's significant upheaval and volatility ahead - a meta-crisis unfolds. As the Chinese symbol for crisis is purported to denote: Enter simultaneous danger/opportunity. How might we ensure our leadership approaches encourage opportunity and thriveability amid increasing tension? How might we aid the upside and reduce the downside amid volatile times? Enter a new way of embracing life, one that works with the grain of nature, rather than against it. Transformative times call for future-fit leadership: https://lnkd.in/eh89vDvK

Drive success and sustainability through emotionally intelligent leadership. Emotional intelligence and sustainable leadership are, if not the most relevant elements for this modern era (including organizations) seeking long-term success and positive impact. I believe we are all leaders and that we educate by example, so this intersection offers valuable insights for everyone aiming to create thriving, environmentally conscious lifestyles (and workplaces). 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: 1️⃣ Emotional Intelligence and Leadership: Books like “𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘭 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱” 𝘣𝘺 𝘋𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘦𝘭 𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘵 𝘢𝘭. 𝘢𝘯𝘥 “𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩𝘺 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳” 𝘣𝘺 𝘗𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘚𝘤𝘢𝘻𝘻𝘦𝘳𝘰 provide frameworks for developing emotionally intelligent leadership skills that can be applied to sustainable practices. 2️⃣ Research Findings: Studies show leaders with high emotional intelligence (EQ) are better equipped to inspire and implement sustainable initiatives, balancing economic, social, and environmental goals. * 3️⃣ Dimensions and Variables: Essential elements of emotional intelligence in sustainable leadership include 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀, 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀. These qualities enable leaders to navigate the complexities of sustainability effectively. 4️⃣ Positive Influence: Emotionally intelligent leaders can positively influence family and employee behavior, increasing green organizational citizenship behavior and enhancing overall sustainability efforts. Thinking about your Organization, a big question comes to mind: 𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙄 𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚 𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙘 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙩𝙝 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙮𝙡𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙨𝙚𝙩? What are your thoughts? Have you tried? Does it happen the same in your organization and your house? By embracing emotional intelligence and sustainable leadership principles, you can position yourself at the forefront of a transformative movement in business and society. This approach drives organizational success and contributes to a more sustainable and harmonious world, especially your inner one. #EmotionalIntelligence #SustainableLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessStrategy #Psychology * Sources: doi: 10.3390/bs13010025, https://lnkd.in/gB24_kpr

Leadership requires a lot of energy - but that energy comes - and can come - in many forms. It also needs to be kept ‘topped up’ and deployed with emotionally intelligent and intentional impact. I really enjoyed talking about this topic with Larissa Harrison the Group HRD of Babcock International recently. She’s an energetic leader with insightful thoughts on the topic! “Energy is a very dynamic thing so it’s important that leaders are not just aware of their own energy, but of other people’s too. Sometimes we have plenty and sometimes we have very little - and we can also switch between the two quickly.  “Our energy levels are also affected by other people and situations. Having the courage to not do something and say no, for example, requires a thoughtful and reflective kind of energy. This is different to the frenetic energy that comes with being addicted to action, and which can actually lead us down the wrong path”. Take a read of the full blog; let me know your perspective? #leadership #leadershipinspiration Wondrous

Energy is an important currency of leadership in 2024.  We recently spoke with the wonderful Larissa Harrison, Group HRD, Talent at Babcock International Group, about the importance of energy as part of our latest blog on leading in 2024. Here’s what she had to say: “Energy is a very dynamic thing so it’s important that leaders are not just aware of their own energy, but of other people’s too. Sometimes we have plenty and sometimes we have very little - and we can also switch between the two quickly.  Our energy levels are also affected by other people and situations. Having the courage to not do something and say no, for example, requires a thoughtful and reflective kind of energy. This is different to the frenetic energy that comes with being addicted to action, and which can actually lead us down the wrong path. In contrast, there is a much more positive energy in staying curious, and knowing when to step back and take stock.  Listening is another form of energy, and when someone truly listens, it’s really powerful.”  Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/eur7cTV2 #leadership #energy 

At any management level, inside any organization, within any industry, wherever and whenever… the world is crying out for more authentic human leaders! #authentic #human #leadership #complex #nuanced #problems #coaching #icf #pcc

Maslow's hidden sixth level redefines purpose-driven leadership by focusing on intrinsic values and the collective good, adding a new dimension to human potential. 🌱 Maslow's hierarchy of needs: The five traditional levels include physiological needs, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-actualization—each representing a step in human motivation, from basic survival to personal growth. 🧠 Unproven yet intuitive: Despite lacking empirical proof, Maslow’s model continues to intuitively resonate with leaders, offering a clear framework for understanding human behavior and motivation. 💡 The sixth level – Intrinsic values: Beyond self-actualization, Maslow proposed a final level where people are driven by intrinsic values such as truth, justice, and excellence, pushing leaders to seek the greater good, not just personal fulfillment. 🔄 Breaking the mold: Embracing intrinsic values requires a shift from traditional self-centered goals to purpose-driven leadership, which often feels challenging but is necessary for deep, transformative impact. 🌍 A growing movement: Purpose-driven leadership is gaining traction with movements like ESG investing and B Corp certification, proving that the sixth level can drive real-world solutions to global challenges like climate change, inequality, and social justice. #Leadership #PurposeDriven #Maslow 🏗️ Physiological needs: At the foundation, human motivation starts with essentials like food, water, and shelter—our basic survival needs. 🔐 Safety needs: Once the basics are met, we seek security and protection, both physically and financially, to feel stable and safe. ❤️ Love and belonging: The third level is where we look for relationships, friendships, and community, fulfilling our desire for connection and belonging. 🏆 Esteem needs: At this stage, we strive for achievement, recognition, and respect, building confidence and self-worth. 🌟 Self-actualization: At level five, people aim to reach their full potential, pursuing personal growth, creativity, and meaningful goals. 🔑 The growing tip of intrinsic values: The rare 1% who reach this sixth level act as trailblazers, using their leadership to serve humanity, driven by a commitment to intrinsic values over personal gain. 🌟 A hopeful vision for leadership: Maslow’s sixth level offers a new way forward, where purpose-driven leaders aim for collective well-being, reshaping leadership into a force for global good. ♻️ Repost if you enjoyed this, and follow me for more curated content about leadership! Council Post: Purpose-Driven Leadership: How Maslow's Hidden Sixth Level Changes The Game https://lnkd.in/g9CgkcZP

Just after the start of this century, the founders and directors of LeaderShape Global embarked on a mission to develop a development journey that would help leaders become the best leaders they could be in an ever faster changing and unpredictable world. By 2010 we were referring to them as Transpersonal Leaders, leaders that operate beyond their ego and for the greater good.   If we look back just over the first quarter of this century we can observe huge changes, especially in terms of communication, globalisation, technology and social change. We have also witnessed the unpredictability of war and pestilence, and most of all, climate change. These changes are becoming more volatile.   To navigate the next critical stages in the history of the world and to ensure our planet regenerates, we need a different kind of leader, Transpersonal Leaders. If we look back on human history, the vast majority of recorded leaders have acted out of self interest or an ideology. This needs to change for a sustainable future. Leaders need to be more human and planet centric. The role of LeaderShape Global is to enable and support the development of leaders that can succeed in this complex world where purpose precedes profit. The first step is for leaders to become really aware of themselves and the world around them, and then to develop their emotional intelligence. With this foundation leaders can then learn how to develop a range of leadership styles, when to use them and how to create ethical, performance-enhancing cultures. This requires leaders to bring their values to full consciousness in all they do, and all the decisions they take. They realise and promote that personal learning and development is life long.   We continue to develop our programmes and hone the development journey to meet the world’s needs by making the best use of data and new science as it develops. The latest version of the development journey is described in the Second edition of Leading Beyond the Ego, published by Routledge on 23rd July 2024, and available now for pre-order (save 20% with the code ESA02).   This new edition, to meet the needs of the future, in addition to a general update on the original published in 2018, pre-Covid, provides greater depth of learning in several areas including leading in complex adaptive systems, sustainability, purpose, health & resilience, and DEI.   As a valued member of our community, we invite you to download the first chapter of this second edition, free.   https://lnkd.in/gWshppDi #leadershipbook #leadershipdevelopment #leadingbeyondtheego Duncan Enright Greg Young FRSA Danielle Grant MA PCC John Knights

I've been posting about #consciousleadership recently, observing the shrinking of its scope from being good for the world to being good for the few we lead. For me, conscious leadership is about having ever more awareness of our thoughts and actions and their impact on both those we lead AND the world at large—as well as the ability to shift our thoughts and actions to empower and ennoble ourselves and others to do more purposeful work. But the logic of advanced capitalism seems to have made the focus of conscious leadership, and even #servantleadership, limited to our impact on our team members—leaving unchallenged the impact of our leadership decisions—and so products and business models—on users, customers, suppliers, society, ecosystems etc. This is really worrying for me, as it gives antisocial and nature-destroying behaviors a veneer of legitimacy because even though we may be running business models that are causing ill-health and existential risk, we're being respectful and empowering to the people we lead. It is also interesting that I've seen no/few posts on conscious leadership talk about how one aspect of it should be working to reduce stress and overloaded workloads on our teams and ensure all whom we lead have dignified roles, healthy work conditions, and respectful pay packages. Here are some of my musings on leadership for THRIVEGLOBAL LIMITED https://lnkd.in/dHWQF2JX