Let's be honest. There's not a business anywhere that is without problems. Business is complicated and imperfect. Every business everywhere is staffed with imperfect human beings and exists by providing a product or service to other imperfect human beings. ~ Bob Parsons ~
Most of our bad behaviors and choices comes from attempting to attain perfection. The perfect product, the perfect customer, the perfect service, the perfect employee. Let it go. Mindful leaders know that it is more important to focus on the reasons we do what we do. Why did you make this career choice? Why did you go into this industry? What value do you bring to the world? To society? To your community? What is your purpose? If you lead with a good intent, you will automatically do your best. When you do your best, you let go of negative feelings and poor decisions. When you try your best, that is in of itself perfection.
1. Close your eyes
2. Breathe
3. Empty your mind
4. As thoughts come in, acknowledge and whisk them away
5. Focus on your breathing
6. Think about the affirmation:
I focus on always trying my best.
Scientific research supports the need for meditation to improve leadership abilities. Utilize this blog to help guide you in meditation for better self-awareness, stress relief, innovation and productivity. Be vocal and transparent in your practice and encourage those that you lead to follow your example. Do this - and you will transform your organization.
For best results:
Find a quite place and at least 5 to 15 minutes of time for reflection.
Friday, June 21, 2013
Forget Perfection
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