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And a very happy #FunFactFriday to you, LinkedIn network! This is week 4 of our series on defense mechanisms, and we're discussing one of my personal favorites: intellectualization. When engaging in intellectualization, a person uses logic and reason to avoid facing uncomfortable emotions. Those who rely on this defense mechanism feel more comfortable thinking through problems than acknowledging and allowing their feelings in difficult circumstances. For example, imagine a President whose Leadership Team is struggling to align and deliver. Rather than engage in the uncomfortable interpersonal dynamics and conflict, they choose to focus on other aspects of the business. By digging into financial details and getting more involved in continuous improvement, the President avoids the uncomfortable but necessary discussions required to address dysfunction on their team. I am certainly guilty of this one! ?? ?? For those of us who tend to revert to thinking where possible, there is often less awareness of our current emotional state. This typically results in an underdeveloped vocabulary to describe how we're feeling at any given point. Try searching for a "Feelings Wheel" and practicing your ability to identify how you are feeling at both a general and specific level. It might be hard at first, but as we tell the kids, "with practice comes progress."

I'm really impressed by how Caitlin Clark handled her post-game interview after setting a new career high. Instead of basking in the spotlight, she consistently shifted focus to her team's efforts and accomplishments. ? She used "we" 13 times in 30 seconds! Talk about emphasizing the collective. ? Even when asked about her individual performance, she redirected to praise the team's execution, defense, and overall play. ? She highlighted specific things the team did well, giving credit to her teammates. ? Not once did she talk about her own stats or achievements. This shows incredible emotional intelligence and leadership from such a young player. Clark clearly understands that basketball is a team sport and success comes from working together. By continually emphasizing "we" over "me", she's building team chemistry and boosting her teammates' confidence. It's a great lesson for anyone in a leadership role - focus on collective achievements, give credit to others, and build up those around you. #EmotionalIntelligence #TeamLeadership #TeamFirst #LeadershipLessons #WinningCulture #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #LeadByExample #HumbleLeader #TeamChemistry

Know top 10 major theories that will elevate your skills and help you excel as a manager in 2024, including, the trait theory, the behaviorist theory and more.

Know top 10 major theories that will elevate your skills and help you excel as a manager in 2024, including, the trait theory, the behaviorist theory and more.

Leadership isn’t about fitting into a mold but breaking free from it. An inspiring article by Sunita Sehmi on leadership. Today’s #leadership calls for profound #self-awareness, #authenticity, and #emotional intelligence. Carl Jung’s theory of #individuation provides a compelling guide for this journey. Here’s a brief summary, but I highly recommend reading the full article on the Thrive Global platform. At the heart of senior leadership lies the concept of the #persona—the professional #identity projected to the world. Authentic leadership begins when leaders recognize that while the persona serves a #purpose, it doesn’t represent their entire #self. Those who embrace vulnerability often discover a greater willingness among their teams to follow them through challenges and uncertainty. Every leader has a #shadow, encompassing the unconscious aspects of their personality that might contradict their public image or feel like a threat to their authority. These hidden parts, while often suppressed, significantly shape decisions and leadership style. #Leaders who acknowledge their shadow develop a richer emotional intelligence, leading with empathy and a deeper self-awareness. In a #Jungian framework, the "anima" and "animus" symbolize unconscious feminine and masculine traits within each individual. For leaders, anima traits—such as empathy, intuition, and collaboration—complement animus traits like decisiveness, assertiveness, and logic. Effective leaders can fluidly #navigate between these qualities, adapting to what each situation requires. True individuation, the process of #integrating all parts of the self, marks the realization of the #Self. Senior leaders who reach this level lead from a place of authenticity and purpose, free from the need for external #approval. Their leadership is #grounded in intrinsic values and a clear mission rather than ego or societal expectations. The #journey toward authentic leadership is not about attaining #perfection but about integration—understanding and #accepting every aspect of oneself. #Key practices to support individuation in #leadership include: ~Engaging in self-reflection ~Welcoming constructive feedback ~Cultivating emotional intelligence ~Leading with purpose Becoming an impactful #senior leader requires more than just expertise in #business; it calls for a profound #inner journey.

?? Attention Managers and Supervisors: If your team’s creativity feels stuck, there’s one word that’s likely to blame—and I guarantee it’s coming from YOU. This one word sabotages your meetings, stifles ideas, and keeps your team from delivering their best work. It’s the silent killer of innovation, and it’s time to call it out. In my latest blog post, “The One Thing That Murders Creativity,” I lay it out with no sugar-coating: why this word is crushing your team’s potential and, more importantly, how you can stop it for good. If you’re serious about leading a high-performing team, read this now. Because average leaders let creativity die—great leaders protect it. ???? Read here: The One Word That Murders Creativity - https://lnkd.in/eS5iBgev #NoExcuses #CreativeLeadership #RealTalk #IrresistibleInsights #DropTheJust

What a great article! In my opinion the stages proposed by Joung should be the essence of leadership development we need. The one that would actually work. #leadership #leadershipdevelopment

I cheated and I’m not apologizing.... I attended my first networking event today. We were given a sheet of paper with 150 values/traits listed and asked to circle each one that we would desire to see in our business or team. My most highly valued trait was not listed, and it happened to encompass a large percentage of the list with just the one word. So, I cheated, and I wrote it in. This exercise seemed like a trick. Who wouldn’t want to circle every single one? With the feeling that I knew where this was going, I circled my other top 9. And then numbered my top five in order. As it usually is, my gut was 5 steps ahead of my brain and we were asked to narrow the list to our top 5. Thankfully, I’ve learned to follow that guidance. By “cheating” and adding in integrity (which incidentally became #2 on this list because of another "adjustment" that I made in the column next to it), narrowing down this list was a breeze. Integrity is what defines who you are at your very core. Especially when no one is looking. It means having a moral compass and having the courage to stick to it. And for me, it is the key to strong leadership. Many *ahem* .... Some years ago, I had an incredible partner on the ambulance. We worked 24 hour shifts together for years, and he lived out integrity in everything that he did - big or small. He showed me what it means to lead from the front, and I’ve never forgotten that. Do the right thing. Whatever it is. No matter the cost. What traits have you come to value above others from your experiences? Do you have a #1? P.S. - My #4 is listed on the second page. It was wisdom.

Great article on Caitlin Clark's emotional intelligence and leadership. She is remarkable and humble. Here's one excerpt, "The interviewer's initial question focused on Clark's individual performance. But despite her outstanding play, and a night where she set a new career high in points scored, Clark refused to bask in the spotlight. Rather, by repeatedly using the word "we," Clark quickly shifted focus from her, to her teammates and their efforts. She credited the team for working together. She credited the team for making the necessary changes. She credited the team for figuring it out. In doing so, Clark teaches a master class in how to build confidence in your teammates, and how to build chemistry with your team in the process. https://lnkd.in/e7Waqtfi

First I want to state that I recognize that this phenomenon is not unique to today's event and happens all the time all over the place, however, it is still a behavior I find to be disrespectful and ought to be noted. Today I had the pleasure of attending the 2024 H2F Symposium. Conversations held ranged from leadership philosophy, to female physiology, and ways to express power. There were many great take aways and I look forward to implementing the new found knowledge as well as 2025's rendition. At the start, their was a respectable amount in attendance. At the end, a small fraction of people remained. Now Im sure some of the attrition rate was due to legitimate obligations. However, what motivated me to post this are those who openly chose to come for the free CEUs and leave. First thing, it is disrespectful to the presenters who took the time to prepare an amazing presentation on something they are very passionate about. Image if you were in conversation with someone and they just decided to turn their back and walk away from you. How would you feel? Secondly, why should others look to you for guidance on how to improve themself if you aren't willing to take the time for self-improvement? That's like being a strength coach but you choose not to train due to convenience. CEU chasing is shallow, expedient, and never leads to long term meaningful payoffs. To close, I'd like to quote 2 rules from my favorite book: 12 Rules for Life, An Antidote to Chaos. Rule 2: "treat yourself like someone you are responsible for helping". Rule 7: "pursue what is meaningful not what is expedient." -Dr. Jordan B Peterson. #h2f #leadership #selfdevelopment