The Blog and Podcast outline strategies for conscious leadership, focusing on the third level of the conscious pyramid. They emphasise the importance of moving beyond anger, greed, and hate and introduce the concept of “coach them up or coach them out.” Leaders are encouraged to maintain their level of consciousness, lead with intent, and avoid seeking external validation. Personal reflection and preparation are essential for effective leadership, ensuring actions are driven by clear, purposeful intent.
Understanding Conscious Leadership
Today, we’re delving into the third level on the path to conscious leadership. To briefly recap, the journey begins with entering the stream, which is essentially the got-to level within the conscious pyramid. In this context, moving beyond anger, greed, and hate is pivotal. Previous discussions have explored various strategies to achieve this, but today we will focus on handling individuals who have not yet entered the stream.
Dealing with Resistance in Leadership
When negotiating with someone entrenched in anger, greed, or hate, who is hyper-hostile, hyper-judgmental, or hyper-critical, it becomes crucial to understand that you cannot force them into the stream. Attempting to elevate them forcibly is counterproductive. Instead, adopt a model of ‘coach them up or coach them out.’
Recognising Stress and Anxiety
A person manifesting anxiety about their job, relationships, or other aspects of life is often in a got-to space. They might blame their work or external factors for their stress. Recognising this, it’s essential to understand that such stress often originates from their personal life and spills over into their professional environment.
Addressing Default Behaviours
Many people adapt to stressful home environments, seeing them as normal. This adaptation is often revealed in their behaviour and attitudes at work. Therefore, be cautious when trying to elevate someone from their default state, as they may not even realise they are in it.
Blame and Accountability
Individuals in a got-to space often use blame as a coping mechanism. They blame their job, company, or circumstances for their well-being, demonstrating a lack of accountability. As a conscious leader, it’s important to help them transition from this blame-oriented mindset.
Coaching Strategies: Should Over Got-To
To effectively coach someone in a got-to space, initiate conversations framed around ‘should.’ For instance, ask, “What do you think you should do?” This approach gently nudges them towards taking personal responsibility and recognising their values.
Managing Boundaries
As a leader, be aware of your limitations. There are aspects of an individual’s life you cannot and should not attempt to change. Respect the separation between public and private personas, and avoid crossing into personal matters without explicit consent and appropriate boundaries.
Balancing Compassion and Professionalism
Compassion and kindness in leadership do not mean lowering yourself to the level of the person you’re trying to help. Instead, maintain your higher level of consciousness while offering guidance from that elevated position. This prevents you from becoming entangled in their issues and ensures you can effectively lead them upwards.
Personal Reflection and Preparation
Before engaging with others, take time to anchor yourself in your desired level of consciousness. This preparation allows you to approach challenges with clarity and resilience, avoiding the trap of descending to the level of those you aim to help.
Sustaining Leadership Elevation
When a crisis arises, like an urgent work deadline, it’s easy to get pulled down into a reactive state. Staying mindful of your consciousness level ensures you remain an effective leader, capable of guiding others without losing your footing.
Elevating Through Intent and Effort
At the third level of human consciousness, the focus shifts to energy management and intent. This level requires a deep understanding of how our actions, thoughts, and behaviours are perceived. Recognising that every action can be seen as both right and wrong is crucial. Therefore, leading with intent becomes paramount.
The Power of Intent
Intent drives energy. Whether it’s through dietary choices, mental clarity, or professional focus, the intent behind actions determines their impact. Operating with clear intent, regardless of external perceptions of right or wrong, is essential for effective leadership. This means maintaining your purpose and direction even when others may not see your actions as positive.
Embracing Controversy and Staying True
Leaders often face the challenge of seeking approval versus staying true to their intent. The effort should be placed on maintaining a clear, purposeful intent rather than seeking external validation. This approach ensures sustained progress and integrity in leadership.
Examples from Real Life
Drawing from personal experiences in Nepal and professional scenarios, it’s evident that maintaining a higher level of consciousness and leading with intent is vital. While it might provoke controversy, it fosters genuine, impactful leadership.
Moving Forward with Intent
To be a conscious leader, your intent must be greater than the desire to be liked. It must drive your actions, sustain your energy, and guide your decisions. As you navigate your leadership journey, remember that maintaining clear intent will lead to genuine success and fulfilment.
For further insights or questions, feel free to contact me at contact@walkerinternational.com. Embrace your intent and lead with purpose. This is Chris, have a great day.
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