Taking A Stand For What You Believe
Lately, I have been working on finding my voice. To have the courage to say what’s really on my mind, especially with a bigger audience.
To not water it down so that will appeal to everyone (which is impossible anyways) and not ruffle any feathers. To still be kind . . . and more direct.
To not worry about “what will people think?”
Here’s the thing: everything you want is on the other side of your fears and worries.
They hold you back from taking a stand for what you believe in and want, and prevent you from being the leader you truly want to be.
I am letting go of that worry and taking a stronger stand on just how critical it is to be bold and create balance in your life. I don’t believe it is BS or a myth.
I believe it is a strategic move we need more than ever in a world with so many demands and expectations coming at you.
Because it is really hard to show up as your best self when you are feeling overwhelmed and running on empty, scattered and pulled in many directions, or constantly feeling guilty for shortchanging an important area of your life or letting someone down.
So, what does balance look like?
It is not about the exact number of hours you spend at work or at home, but rather about having space and presence for all the important areas of your life.
It's not work and then you have a life . . . work is a part of your life, after all!
It's focusing your time and attention on the right things at the right time and slowing down instead of rushing from one thing to the next.
It’s developing an inner calm and confidence instead of feeling impatient and constantly doubting yourself, which is unproductive (and doesn't feel very good).
It’s having real boundaries with time and people so you can focus on what matters and let go of what doesn't.
It’s doing more of what energizes you and moves the needle and less of what drains you and is not a good use of your time.
It’s being present and finding joy in the small moments with your team or your family or the people around you, and spending less time distracted or caught up in worry.
It's making well-being a priority, instead of sacrificing it.
Balance looks different for different people. It's not perfect or that you'll never have an off day. And, small changes can make a pretty big difference.
This is what I strive for in my life and what I help my clients with. And, it’s the difference I want to make so that other leaders can show up as their bold, balanced and best self.
What are you willing to take a stand for?
I'm here cheering you on!
What Next?
Here are three ways I can support right now . . .
[Free PDF Resource] Be At Your Best Roadmap. Perform at a high level and be more balanced in your life. Imagine that? I've created a roadmap that offers you six key pillars to go from busy to balanced. Click here to access this value-rich free resource.
[Free Workshop Event] Discover how to focus your time and balance your life (without sacrificing performance)! I am running my twice a year week-long event the week of May 17 and it is even bigger and better this year! It’s called The Big Shift: Focus Your Time, Balance Your Life. I am paid thousands to deliver workshops like this in companies and you can join it absolutely FREE online! Bring the whole team and make it an event for you! Click here to join the waitlist and get all the details in May.
[Coming Soon] I am thrilled to open enrollment for my monthly membership "The Balanced Leader" for busy professionals who want to create more balance, less stress AND still perform at a high level, in a more cost-effective and flexible way. You’ll develop stronger skills like focus, confidence, resilience and mindfulness, and have support, accountability and a community to support you along the way. We all know change like this doesn’t happen overnight and this is for you and your team if you're serious to find a different approach to success. Contact me for more details.
