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My Learnings from Hiking Tour de Mont Blanc: 170 km, 10,000m Elevation in 10 Days. Leadership lessons can be found in the most unexpected places. Here are my six key takeaways of natural leadership: 🎒Go Light Just as in leadership, carry only what is essential. Streamline strategies and clear communication lighten the load and improve agility. Don’t skimp on essentials like water. You’ll be amazed at how efficient and empowered you can feel. ⚡️Be Flexible Weather changes, and so do market conditions. A leader knows when to adapt plans for safety and success. Flexibility and strategic thinking are crucial navigating unexpected challenges. 🎯Stick to Your Own Path In a crowded market, it’s easy to get distracted by others’ routes. Authentic leadership requires following your own vision and strategy. Trust your GPS and avoid the pitfalls of following others blindly. You might not get where you want to be. 🤝Friends are Everywhere Networking is a vital leadership skill. Sharing common passions creates strong bonds. Whether on a mountain trail or in a business environment, take the time to connect, learn, and grow with others. These relationships can lead to valuable insights and future collaborations. 💪🏻Great Views Require Effort Achieving remarkable outcomes involves hard work and perseverance. The climb may be tough, but the rewards – both in leadership and hiking – are worth the effort. 💭Never Stop Dreaming: Visionary leadership involves dreaming big and setting long-term goals. In 2015, I hiked the GR5 trail and glimpsed the Tour de Mont Blanc. This year, that dream became a reality. Never stop setting ambitious goals and working towards them with determination and passion. Leadership is not just about reaching the summit. It’s about the journey, the people you meet, and the lessons you learn along the way. What are your experiences?

🏃♂️🌟 **Running a Marathon: A Lesson in Leadership** 🌟🏃♀️ What does running a marathon have to do with leadership? More than you might think! As I crossed the finish line of my recent marathon, I couldn't help but reflect on the parallels between endurance running and effective leadership. Here are a few insights I've gleaned: 1️⃣ **Vision and Goal Setting**: Just like preparing for a marathon requires setting a clear goal and breaking it down into manageable steps, effective leaders articulate a vision for their team or organization and set actionable goals to achieve it. 2️⃣ **Resilience and Perseverance**: Marathon training tests your physical and mental limits, requiring resilience to overcome setbacks and the perseverance to keep going when the going gets tough. Similarly, leaders must navigate challenges with resilience, bouncing back from failures and setbacks, and inspiring their team to do the same. 3️⃣ **Teamwork and Support**: While running a marathon may seem like a solo endeavor, it's often the support of fellow runners, friends, and family that gets you through the tough miles. Likewise, great leaders foster a supportive environment, empowering their team members and rallying them together to achieve common goals. 4️⃣ **Adaptability and Agility**: No marathon ever goes exactly according to plan. From unexpected weather conditions to unforeseen obstacles on the course, runners must adapt and adjust their strategies on the fly. Similarly, effective leaders must be agile, able to pivot and make decisions in the face of uncertainty or change. 5️⃣ **Celebrating Milestones**: Crossing the finish line of a marathon is a monumental achievement, but so are the smaller milestones along the way—each long run completed, each personal record broken. Likewise, leaders recognize and celebrate the achievements of their team members, fostering a culture of appreciation and motivation. Running a marathon isn't just about physical fitness—it's a masterclass in leadership. Whether you're pounding the pavement or leading a team, remember: the journey may be challenging, but the rewards are worth it. Keep running, keep leading, and never underestimate the power of persistence. 💪🏅 #Marathon #Leadership #Endurance #Resilience #Teamwork #Vision #Perseverance #Adaptability #CelebrateSuccess

I believe becoming a better leader happens when you push your personal limits and achieve things you never thought you could. Taking courses and gaining certifications is great, but there is a safety to them as you are still playing in your own arena. That was true for me. So I decided to push myself into a space where I had NO clue what I was doing… the great outdoors. I went from being terrified of heights to becoming obsessed with mountains 🏔️ and I’ve learned so much! Climbing mountains requires determination, grit, and resilience. It's not just about reaching the summit but navigating obstacles, enduring physical and mental challenges, and staying focused on the goal. This mirrors the journey in the professional world where setbacks are common, and success isn’t always guaranteed. Also, it taught me that having great mentors and cheerleaders along the way makes a huge difference. Overall, climbing mountains has taught me that perseverance and leadership are not just skills but attitudes that can be developed through challenges, setbacks, and triumphs. It's a reminder to me that the journey is just as important as the destination, and that true growth comes from pushing past our limits. #adventureawaits #outdoors #pushyourlimits #expandyourhorizons #learningjourney #mindset #attitudeiseverything #leadership #personalgrowth #professionalgrowth #leadershipmindset #neverstoplearning #continuousimprovement #learningculture #mindfulness #mentorship #health #wellness

'We should honour the spirit of the mountains by remembering all the lessons they teach us. Many of these principles – community, trust, innovation, resilience, empathy and well-being – are universally applicable, whether on a high mountain expedition or in everyday life. These values guide us towards becoming better leaders and, ultimately, better people.' 1. Find your common purpose 2. Trust completely, communicate clearly 3. All team members bring something to the table 4. Lead from the back 5. Accept setbacks 6. Trust local wisdom 7. Take care of yourself https://lnkd.in/gSckuZ2s? The Conversation UK #people #planet #purpose #teams #culture #business #lifelessons #emotionalintelligence #leaders #leadership #leadershipskills

Ever feel overwhelmed by the enormity of the journey ahead? It's a common challenge we all face, whether in running a business or tackling personal goals. In my latest blog post, I share a personal anecdote about where to focus my mind that applies leadership and life in general. I’d love for you to read it and share your thoughts. How do you approach challenges in your professional and personal life? What strategies do you employ to stay focused and motivated, even when the road ahead seems daunting? #leadership #resilience #perseverance #success #CEOinsights #onestepatatime https://lnkd.in/dtsukj3v

✨ Leadership Mantra #12 "𝘞𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺." This might sound cliche or come from a top management book, but yet it's very powerful. There must be a reason, right? Its fundamental comes from the principle of self-responsibility, which then is taken at the collective level. I've personally failed many times to take responsibility, whether in my professional or personal life. It wasn’t due to a lack of willingness but rather a lack of understanding of what “responsibility” truly entails, and as absurd as it might sound, I thought I knew – "Well, Manuel, you have a serious problem if you do not know how to google its definition" 🥲 The fact is, it is a mindset 💭. You don't read what it means to be responsible and suddenly become a responsible person, do you? It’s about shifting from being reactive to our environment and the situations life throws at us to feeling empowered by choosing to own our part. Which part? Owning up to our actions and their outcomes! 🔥 This is true empowerment, and it’s a choice we all can make. This mantra fosters an ownership mindset within our teams. As cliché or “nä” this it might sound, it can lead to tremendous transformation, shifting our focus from blame, victimhood, or passivity to proactivity and empowerment. What does responsibility mean to you? Have a wonderful weekend, but most importantly, own it! #OwnIt #LeadershipMantra #Responsibility #Mindshift

"The Glass Path: A Journey Beyond Comfort" In a serene town, friends gathered for a getaway, unaware of the adventure awaiting them. Instead of drinking beer, they watched as I smashed bottles, laying out a path of glass shards. Trepidation turned to excitement as they stepped onto the jagged surface, conquering fears with each crunch beneath their feet. Their laughter echoed through the night as they reached the end, fueled by newfound courage and teamwork. This experience parallels challenges in business and leadership. Success demands stepping out of comfort zones, embracing uncertainty, and overcoming obstacles with determination. So, I pose this question to you: In your own journey, what obstacles are you willing to brave to reach new heights of success? For experience the GLASS WALK – Contactus@eminenttraining.in | 9952161683 | 9943710209 #Glasswalk #FireWalking #ExperientialTraining #OrganizationalDevelopment #LeadershipDevelopment #CultureTransformation #eminenttrainingsolutions #CorporateTraining #ProfessionalDevelopment #EmployeeTraining #LeadershipDevelopment #SkillsTraining #TeamBuilding #TrainingAndDevelopment #LearningAndDevelopment #CorporateLearning #WorkplaceTraining #HRDevelopment #TrainingWorkshop #CorporateCulture #ContinuousLearning #ExperientialLearning #HandsOnLearning #LearnByDoing #OutdoorEducation #ExperimentalLearning #ActiveLearning #PracticalLearning #AppliedLearning

The Heart of Leadership Hugging a tree may strengthen your heart of leadership. Leadership is often seen as a position of power and authority, but true leadership goes far beyond. It is about creating a connection with those you lead, guiding them towards a common goal, and inspiring them to be their best selves. And one way to foster this connection is by connecting with nature. Nature has a way of grounding me, reminding me of my place on the planet and our interconnectedness with all living beings. The Lakota tribe use the term ‘Mitákuye Oyás’iŋ’ when people come together in council to signify we are all connected. The Vedic term, ‘Namaste’, shares a similar meaning, I see the light in you reflected in me. Taking the time to connect with nature allows me to tap into a sense of authenticity and strength that can then be passed on to those I lead. It allows me to reflect on my own values and beliefs, gaining clarity on what is truly important. This authenticity shines into our unique leadership style, as we lead with our own integrity and honesty. It also allows for more empathy and understanding towards others, broadening our vision and deepening our ability to see the bigger picture. Nature has a way of rejuvenating and energizing, providing strength and resilience needed to face challenges head on. Leaders who take the time to connect with nature are able to tap into this well of strength, allowing them to lead with confidence and grace, even in the face of adversity. My connection between leadership and nature has always been a powerful one. By taking the time to connect with nature, I also connect with my deeper self. I’ve been able to grow in authenticity and resilience, fostering a deeper relationship with those whom I lead, while guiding them towards success and peak performance. So, whether you’re in a position of leadership or positioning yourself as a Self Leader, take a moment to step outside, breathe in the fresh air, and let nature inspire you to be the best leader you can be. Nothing in Nature is perfect and that’s the beauty of it. The Navajo Nation follow the path of nature called the Beauty Way. A beautiful healing ritual is to give your wound to a tree. Putting your heart to the tree, your pain will be nurtured and taken to the earth to be transformed. The earth fills in the gaps. DM me ‘GAP’ for a Free LeaderCheck™️. #leadingwith soul #compassionate leadership #naturesndleadership

WHAT RUNNING HAS TAUGHT ME ABOUT LEADERSHIP – PART 4   🐻 When it comes to running, I'm no creature of habit.   I love exploring new trails and building change into my training to keep it fresh. Mixing up terrain - road, track, trails - and finding new routes engages my brain and keeps me on my toes. Occasionally when running in new places, even with my trusty GPS watch, I'll take a wrong fork in the trail or get myself turned around. These unplanned diversions add to my experience (literally, often adding mileage 👟) and require me to regroup, adapt and chart an amended course.   🤔 Ambiguity is the norm in today's business environment.   Leading adaptively and growing personal & organizational resilience have become imperatives. I believe adaptability and resiliency are skills that we can refine with practice, and for me, there is excitement and possibility that comes iterating as you learn. Building clarity through analysis and anchoring on strategic goals can help guide us, even as we remain curious and flexible navigating forward through complexity and unknowns.   🎉 SOMETIMES GETTING LOST IS PART OF THE FUN.   #adaptiveleadership #leadingthroughchange #runhappy

One of the great privileges of my life is sharing lessons in life and Leadership from my adventures in mountaineering. Here's a lesson from my most recent climbing adventure in the French Alps: Calibrate your concern to the consequences / Create “safe to fail” opportunities where your team can learn and grow. On this most recent trip, one of the many tactical things I wanted to work on was my downhill efficiency / speed on steep snow terrain. On the section of our climb shown in this photo, I had the opportunity to do so, but it was later in the day so the snow was soft from the sun. This resulted in my foot slipping a bit with every downhill step before my crampons got a good “bite” on the snow. As you might imagine, having your feet slip while descending steep terrain is an uncomfortable feeling (to say the least). I was terrified of my feet fully slipping out from under me, so I was being hyper cautious (SLOW). In the spirit of helping me get out of my own way, my amazing guide @zebblais finally said “look all the way downhill to where it flattens out and tell me what will happen if you actually fall”. I assessed the terrain and said “well, I’d try and roll to my stomach and get my ice axe into the mountain to self-arrest and if that didn’t work I guess I’d slide all the way down to the flat part and then come to a stop”. “Exactly” he said. “There is little to no consequence to you falling here so I’m encouraging you to TRUST your feet, even if they slip, and know that if you fall, you will be okay.” I took that advice and I did eventually wipe out but recovered quickly with little to no slide. The result? I gained a ton of confidence in my downhill ability and essentially doubled my descent speed. The lesson? Learn to calibrate your concern (anxiety) to the consequences (or lack thereof) and proceed accordingly. AND – as Leaders, look for every opportunity you can to create low to no-consequence opportunities for your teams to TRY and LEARN without fear of failure.  #leadership #executivecoaching