Soaring high or Stuck?
Are you soaring high? Or, stuck and don't recognize it? Look closely--the dragonfly is stuck in a cobweb! What about you as a Leader? How do you see yourself? How do others see you?
Are you soaring high? Or, stuck and don't recognize it? Look closely--the dragonfly is stuck in a cobweb! What about you as a Leader? How do you see yourself? How do others see you?
I would suggest that you talk to the people that you would be willing to trust your life with. Your good friends, family and respected mentors and peers. They know you best and from their biased angles they can give you 'you'! Straight up!
ReplyDeleteAnother way that I've found to discover my strengths and weakness is to evaluate what you occupy your time, space and energy with ... and also look at the things you avoid. We may have developed some strengths in order to cover up for some weaknesses too.
Good morning! Just finished a round of Coffee Shop Leadership here with some inspired and inspiring students! 6:00 am Goal Setting is a great way to start the day! It really helps motivate us to avoid getting "stuck in our junk."
ReplyDeleteThis morning Jenna guided us through why we chose our profession (for all of us this is chiropractic), or did it choose you? We also talked about what keeps us going, what keeps us motivated? And lastly, what do we question or have doubts about? Identifying these topics are great way to grow and adapt. Some interesting topics came up this morning, the discussion took a turn that some were not expecting. From practical application of chiropractic, to the structure of leadership we covered a wide range of the profession. Although many different views were expressed we all came to the conclusion that we are responsible for the world we create. Change starts from within, and sometimes it requires us to step out of our comfort zones.
I think we all walked away this morning with our heads held high, a bit more empowered by discovering our strengths and weaknesses.
-Steph
Simple things are what works for me!
ReplyDeleteWe know that the people we surround ourselves with are reflections of who we are. Asking those people would be a great start. Also asking those who teach us and mentor us is a great way to know what are our strengths and weaknesses.
I find weaknesses as mirrored strengths. Weaknesses are merely a chances to learn, adapt, grow, change and build. We must look at weaknesses as an advantage, as a place to expand. This way it becomes a hopeful thing rather a lack of something.
Good thoughts everyone. Glad to be connected with you all and you too General Halstead.
ReplyDeleteI was advised a few months back to send an email to some of the closest people to me (mentors, family, friends, etc.) and ask them what my top 5 strengths were... WOW.
Some strengths that were mentioned, I intentionally bring into my life and others were totally unintentional but just as present and profound. I had no idea...
Another litmus test can be taking time at the end of the day to gut check yourself. Some people pray, I try to just check-in. What gave me energy, what drained me and why? Sometimes things apparently acutely drain your energy but are exactly what you need to push through to the next level.
Like Addison said, sometimes weaknesses are mirrored strengths.
Awesome posts all!
Stan
I agree--awesome posts! You all are challenging my thoughts and giving me a stroll down memory lane at the same time!
ReplyDeletePEER input--very valuable.
I once had a boss who advised me to "not surround myself by little Becky Halsteads!" In other words, don't surround myself with people who look like me, think like me, act like me because "iron sharpens iron" and we are all uniquely different.
I have learned from the good, the bad and the ugly of people and situations.
I like a daily litmus test of thinking to myself: what went right today? what went wrong? what lessons have I learned? and can I think of at least one person whose life is better for my having been in it?
Journaling--writing down your thoughts help shape your development over time and make an excellent reference to fall back on when trying to help lead and develop others.
Why you chose your profession? Very important to remind ourselves why we do what we do! Check the passion meter, the energy guage, and figure out how to recharge!
Keep the comments and thoughts coming. I will try to keep up with you!
Good evening, all! A great way to get that feedback is to do a 360 degree assessment, obtaining input from supervisors, peers, and subordinates. The Army offers one at https://msaf.army.mil/ and I found the results to be very beneficial. Since the responses are compiled anonymously, it helps the respondents to feel that they can be very open and candid with their feedback. There are many similar tools commercially available for non-Army folks, too. :)
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Rachel...I missed your comment earlier...I completely believe in the 360 assessment! I recently participated in a similar study and we are developing a case study from it...will let you know when it is available!
ReplyDeleteI am an ex-cadet, who married a West Point graduate. I believe Becky led him (as his platoon leader?) during yearling summer at Camp Buckner in 1979. I happened to hear (most) of Becky's interview on Doctor Radio last week, which led me here. My job is very demanding, with worsening health challenges, and I am drawn to thinking differently to help manage these. Thanks for the blog...
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