GUEST POST BY Wendy Jenkins OAM, READY RESILIENCE
Ready Resilience helps organisations thrive during times of change and challenge, using practical neuroscience-based resilience tools that have been proven to offer in-the-moment solutions and long-lasting results.
Unleashing the Power of Neuroleadership: Leaders with Vision
Hands up if you have ever seen an article about leadership that uses the image of a ship navigating stormy seas?
It is a classic metaphor, vividly capturing the struggles leaders face and the paramount importance of having a distinct course mapped out.
The notion of setting a clear course is a fundamental component of neuroleadership due to its underlying science.
Think of your brain as a sophisticated navigation system.
When the direction is unclear, it is akin to being stuck in analysis mode where it is constantly assessing, but not progressing. Without a clear trajectory, your brain’s energy dissipates into indecision rather than propelling action.
Consider a ship lost at sea without a compass or map.
The crew may possess all the skills necessary for navigation, but without a defined destination, they’re adrift, unable to chart a course forward.
Similarly, leaders without a clear vision find themselves mired in uncertainty, unable to mobilise their teams effectively.
Moreover, setting a clear direction isn’t merely about stating objectives; it’s about instilling the journey with purpose and meaning.
When individuals understand not just what they’re doing, but why it matters, their efforts become infused with passion and commitment.
Just as a ship relies on its captain to chart a course through turbulent waters, organisations depend on leaders to provide guidance amid uncertainty.
In times of crisis or change, a steadfast vision becomes a beacon, guiding and motivating teams through the storm.
Furthermore, clarity of direction fosters alignment and collaboration.
When everyone understands the overarching goal, they can work together harmoniously, leveraging their diverse skills and perspectives to navigate challenges more effectively.
Setting a vision is more than just plotting a course.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Wendy Jenkins OAM is the founder of Ready Resilience, Co-Founder of the Lungitude Foundation, Speaker and Lung Transplant Survivor. Ready Resilience helps organisations thrive during times of change and challenge, using practical neuroscience-based resilience tools that have been proven to offer in-the-moment solutions and long-lasting results. Having been told she had two years to live over seventeen years ago, Wendy is driven to help people transform their perspective on challenges in life. To find out more visit www.readyresilience.com or connect with Ready Resilience Founder, Wendy Jenkins on LinkedIn.
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