Here's how you can cultivate resilience as a Thought Leadership consultant.

There was a time a when we had to deliver a particular project where we have no experience technically. Our team was stuck, we couldn't move forward. Instead of unnecessarily convincing our clients we will still be able to complete this technical task. We called them explained to them that we lack experience in this area and thanked them for believing in us. After communicating to them that we are unable to be helpful. We started developing skillset in this AREA. Fast forward today, We are expert in this field. Embracing failure and accepting that you have something to learn is the best part of life.

Resilience from the word resile, means an ability to return to the previous shape. Rubber bands are resilient. As a thought leader you need to be able to adapt, and to do so ahead of your thinking being seen as 'mainstream'. So seek adaptiveness rather than resilience

Let‘s not call it failure. Call it a draft vision that needs to be refined. I do this very often: Share my thoughts and let myself challenge by others. From my experience this does not weaken my position, but you need a good self confidence and a solid psychological safety to do this. ??

You dig deep. You dig deep within yourself, your clients and your organization. You don’t look at yourself as just someone in the business- you look at yourself as someone with a purpose. You are someone that makes a difference in another person’s life. How important is that! Trust that you are someone who can ignite change and make a difference. I own a luxury travel business. I had NO income for almost 2 years during Covid. I now have a $4M dollar business. Dig deep. TRUST and believe in yourself. You absolutely have to actively participate in growing your resiliency but DO NOT give up- because you never know what is just around the corner : - )

A deal you expected to win, but lost, does that one event define you as a professionally/personally RESILIENCY is what converts the loss to strength via simple methodology 3 levers: R(Resources -4), A(Attitudes 2), T(Time-1) Resources 1. Self – spend time on developing yourself 2. Friends, Family& Network – they are there for you, as you are for them 3. Profession not the title – An important tool for building your identity 4. Money Attitudes 1. I am helpless/What can I do 2. I/XX can help me change the situation 1 Time The time to come will always come, learning added to the time which has to come, is a potent combination Give TIME to each RESOURCE with the right ATTITUDE – RESILIENCY will be the outcome.

What I’ve found transformative is journeying with my inner critic. As I’ve learnt to befriend myself and tame my inner critic, seeking feedback has felt less vulnerable and daunting. I’ve come to understand the terms and conditions I’ve attached to my self-worth for example, “I am only worthy if I’m perfect, or if others approve of me.” As I have practiced being more conscious of my limiting beliefs about self I’ve become more able to let go of these terms and conditions. This in turn has helped me become more courageous in seeking and leveraging feedback.

I learned from a former colleague, say when I am pitching to an investor, to ask how can I do better. At first I thought doing so was embarrassing. Then I saw the positive reaction it had on people. I gained insight into how I could strengthen my pitch. And it emphasized i valued the persons time. This strengthened the relationship. Now I have an open door with one of my favourite VCs.

I learn the best by talking and listening to others. They are like ?smart mirrors“ to me for learning faster. Use every conversation to ask for opinions and share your vision to broaden your view.

100% de acordo. Ouvir e assimilar atentamente cada feedback recebido é essencial no nosso processo de evolu??o pessoal e profissional, pois nos fornece uma perspectiva externa sobre nosso desempenho e oferece insights valiosos. é preciso ter humildade para pedir feedback, ouvir atentamente e acolher as diferentes perspectivas, e sabedoria para entender que esse é o verdadeiro caminho para nosso crescimento.

Fully agree. Since trends are often cross-industry and driven by other trends, it‘s a dependency mesh. And only if you see the wider range of changes you can get a deeper understanding of why and what will happen.

Generally, specialization drives valuation, and diversifying experience CAN be a distraction. Importantly, you ARE adding value if you carefully select adjacent topics in the knowledge ecosystem that happen to be of value to your clients.

Since college I have been interested in interdisciplinary studies. MIT was the best place for me where I earned an ScM in EE, CS, AI and Brain Science which allowed me to apply Information Theory to Music perception. Thereafter I continued to work across disciplines. To be a thought leader requires thinking out of the box. In my case studying EE and discovering AI. To lead a team, one is required to sit with each member of the team, understand the technical problem and nurture the individuals growth intellectually and scientifically.

Resilient Thought leadership is all about the following three pillars : Stay abreast the key developments in industry across all dimensions Connect the dots across the trends to derive insights for the business Continuously, collaborate and learn from the network to refresh your perspective, the fore multipler of network helps leapfrog our thoughtleadership quotient

Sometimes implementing these practices for building a resilient thought leadership consultancy is easier said than done. I've found it helpful to remember: 1. Building takes time: developing systems that allow you to deliver quality work at scale happens over time. It's a practice of trial and refinement so don't beat yourself up for not having everything in order at once. 2. Focus inward, not outward: it's easy to get caught up in the success of other agencies/consultancies. The reality is, no two operations are the same. It's ok to get inspiration from others, but focus on your own strengths. 3. You can do hard things: Self belief is critical when you're a consultant — believe you can learn, grow and prosper and you will.

Co-learning or peer learning is a step to stay closer towards industry trends and being relevant in the game of delivering your role as a thought leader consultant

Connectedness is always relational, never transactional. And taking a cue from attachment theory, you create the most value when you're a safe haven to run to or a secure base to explore from. Are you the one someone can come to when the crap hits the fan? Importantly, does the trust built there empower the other person to venture of renewed and better equipped than before?

The most important asset a company has 1. The Team, 2. The Team, and 3. The Team.. A great team consists of highly capable individuals who can cross pollenate each others minds. In a team there are no soloists. Even the CEO, COO, or CTO who lead, lead as a member of the team. This is what they meant in the 90s by a flat management structure. These are week words for some profound facts found in an effective team.

Finding a harmonious work-life balance has become a central concern for professionals worldwide, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. Work-life balance means different things to different people at different stages of their lives. Understanding your own needs and priorities is the first step to improving the balance. A positive work-life balance can promote resilience, without compromising either but resilience can also help workers to balance work and life. Additionally, resilience can protect from the negative effects of both work-life imbalance and work-life conflict on workers' health and job-related outcomes.

Get out into the natural world. Dig, plant, get your hands dirty and your feet wet. Forest-bathe or just take a walk where there's green. Listen to birds, look at bugs and butterflies like you're 3 years old. (Make it a phone-free zone.) Nature embraces us just as we are. Indulge in the arts--whichever one(s) you like best. Be an audience member or a participant--it doesn't matter which. Art changes how we look at life.

Teams evolve from a standing start where they may not know each other. To help them maintain balance and survive as a team you need to keep recalibrating the vision of the what the team is and what it stands for.

For me the key is freedom with yourself and the world. This is connected with self confidence. If you believe in yourself and can find intrinsic motivation in the things you do, you will reach a strong level of resilience. ????

Learning how and when to say no is key to maintaining balance. When I was younger and less experienced, I was absolutely terrible at this. Whatever event I was asked to attend, project I was asked to contribute to, or task I was asked to do (for free...) I would say yes, even if it did not help me or I was the wrong person for the job. As a result, I found myself agreeing to things that took my time and energy and did not help me professionally or personally. Now, I am much more protective of my time: I am happy to say yes to things that help me build connections, learn new things, contribute to a worthwhile cause, or earn money, but have learned to politely decline otherwise. My professional and personal life is much improved as a result.

Proactive adaptation involves forward-thinking, flexibility, and agility. It requires a willingness to embrace change and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. One must cultivate a proactive mindset to be able to navigate uncertainty more effectively and thrive in dynamic environments. A leader who has the ability to stay ahead of the curve not only leads the movement for change, but also drags the entire organization in that direction.

Bruce Lee used to say "Flow like water". I think that is good advice. Also, "bend like a reed" - when the wind is approaching hurricane strength, it is better to bend than to break your back. And don't be afraid to ask for advice. We are a community.

Do you want to adapt, or do you want to lead? Adaptation is fine, but does that make you a thought leader? You got a voice and an opinion. Your POV is unique - like a crystal, shining with your own light. Grab it. Speak your truth. Don’t be a sheep - be a shepherd!

In this present age and time, adaptability is not an option. It is the choice! Those who refuse to adapt will adopt. To adapt is to constantly stay ahead and be proactive. Adaptability enhances resilience. To be resilient is not enough. Strategic resilience requires that while you stay focused on achieving your goals and plans, be open to strategic changes along the line without compromising the overall vision. For instance, why use a manual tool when AI can achieve your result faster? Most importantly, proactively adapting to changes should be a recurring event. It means you have to be at an alert to identify and understand events that may trigger disruption, and could be obstruction to achieving your goals.

A adapta??o proativa é a chave para a resiliência na consultoria de lideran?a de pensamento. Fique a par das tendências e mudan?as em seu setor, antecipe mudan?as e adapte suas estratégias de acordo. Essa abordagem inovadora permite que você navegue pelas transi??es sem problemas e mantenha a relevancia. Ao ser proativo, você n?o apenas sobrevive a interrup??es, mas também pode capitalizá-las, posicionando-se como um visionário em seu campo

Actively seek out diverse perspectives. This is really critical and important in your journey of thought leadership. When you actively do so your understanding and worldview expands and it also gives you an opportunity to challenge and expand the impact you could have.

Someone once asked (when I was speaking and they were in the audience) what to do about someone who'd ripped off some of the ideas they had written about. My answer: "Write more, put more out there." Thought leadership, be definition, is being ahead of the curve, and someone who needs to rip you off is juset showing themselves to be a follower -- be glad you have followers!

Continuous Learning Listen, the value of continuous learning cannot be overstated. To stay at the forefront of your industry, it's vital to keep updating acquired knowledge and skills. This isn't just about staying relevant; it's about becoming a perpetual student of the craft, which in turn, fosters resilience in several impactful ways: 1. Skill Diversification: Broadening skill sets enhances versatility and adaptability. Learning new tools and approaches enables handling a broader range of challenges, cementing an indispensable role in consulting. 2. Resilience Through Expertise: Deepening expertise creates a robust foundation that withstands industry shifts and client challenges. I can go on and on but this is good enough.

Remember... You are a thought "leader", not a thought "follower". So lead. Personally, I'd much rather leave a consultancy if we don't align on important values such as equality, respect and gender balance, than to tough it out because I make money. Be a Shepherd. Guide your flock into becoming shepherds themselves.

Developing a strong personal brand that reflects your unique values, strengths and insights is crucial, as it serves as a public representation of your expertise and character. This helps you stand out in a crowded market but also attracts opportunities that align with your goals and values. By consistently demonstrating your knowledge and reliability, you establish trust with your audience, which is essential for enduring success.