The 5-Second Leadership Check-In

Monday is more than just another day.

It’s a test.

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A test of where your energy is, how aligned you feel

with your work, and whether you’re leading with intention or reaction.

Behavioural psychology calls this the "Fresh Start Effect"

? the idea that we’re naturally wired to make shifts when a new cycle begins.

?? That’s why people set goals in January…

?? That’s why gym memberships spike after birthdays…

?? That’s why Mondays hold more power than we realize.

So here’s the question: ? Are you starting this week intentionally?

Or are you already behind, catching up, pulled into distractions?

?? The 5-Second Leadership Check-In

Every Monday morning, I check in with myself.

No filters. No excuses. I ask:

? How do I feel stepping into this new week?

? What’s one thing I’ll do today to set the right momentum?

? Am I leading with purpose or just going through the motions?

Some days, I feel fully aligned. On other days, I need to realign ?

by reconnecting to my mission, practicing gratitude, or resetting my focus.

Because here’s the thing about leadership energy:

?? If you don’t claim your Monday, it will claim you.

Momentum isn’t random. It’s a choice.

That first decision?

That first meeting?

That first email?

They all set the pace.

Start reactive, stay reactive. Start intentionally, stay in control.

?? The Leadership Challenge: Start Your Monday Reset Right now ? pause for 5 seconds.

?? What’s the first thought you had when you woke up today?

Was it stress? Pressure? Or purpose?

If you don’t like the answer, change it.

Set one simple intention for today. Decide

how you’ll lead this week before the week decides for you.

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Have another Magic Monday! ??