Welcome to Leadership Insights! Each week, we curate transformative leadership insights and add our own expertise to help you lead with purpose and impact. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, you’ll find actionable wisdom in every edition.
This Week’s Leadership Wisdom
Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect time to embrace a mindset that will propel us toward success. One powerful approach I love is adopting a coaching mindset in your leadership style. Instead of jumping to solutions, try leading with curious questions like “What possibilities do you see?” or “What would success look like here?” This simple shift moves your team from dependency to discovery, unlocking their natural creativity and ownership. By viewing every interaction as an opportunity for growth and fostering this culture of collaborative problem-solving, you empower others to excel and innovate. This shift not only enhances team performance but also elevates your effectiveness as a leader.
This Week’s Posts We Love
LinkedIn Highlight: “Start Using AI Now” from Dr. Joseph Yun
Looking for a New Year’s resolution? Why not incorporate this simple use of AI? This week, we’re featuring Dr. Joe’s must-read article from his “Start Using AI Now” series. Discover how to create custom GPTs tailored to your needs and start incorporating AI into your daily workflow today! You will not believe just how EASY it is.
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BlueSky Spotlight from Karen K. Ho
It’s that time of year. Goal-setting. This Bluesky Post from Karen K. Ho is a quick snap-back to reality. Focus on yourself, and the rest will fall into place!
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Book of the Week
The Leadership Pause: Sharpen Your Attention, Deepen Your Presence, and Navigate the Future by Chris L. Johnson
This week’s standout book for leaders is The Leadership Pause by Chris L. Johnson, a transformative guide to cultivating mindful awareness for deeper connection and impactful leadership. Johnson’s book offers a path to greater clarity, purpose, and legacy in both work and life.
Must-Read Article of the Week
“How to Get Better at Achieving Your Goals,” by Christine Carter
What I love about this piece is how it digs into the real-life challenges we face when pursuing our goals and shows that it’s not just about pushing harder—it’s also about being smarter. It shares practical, science-backed methods that help you sidestep common pitfalls and actually reach the finish line. You’ll walk away feeling more motivated and better equipped to turn your ambitions into results.
From the CARE to Lead® Archives
Unlocking Digital Transformation with Fred Whipp of mpro5
In case you missed it, check out my recent conversation with Fred Whipp, VP of Business Development at mpro5, as we explore the transformative power of digital tools in process compliance and beyond. With Fred’s unique journey from law to tech leadership, this episode dives into the cultural shifts, leadership strategies, and human-centric approaches driving digital transformation. A must-listen for leaders looking to empower teams and embrace innovation!
Closing Thoughts
To deepen your understanding and application of a coaching mindset, consider exploring our Executive Mastery coaching program. This personalized coaching experience is designed to help you become the leader you’ve always aspired to be. Learn more and get 2025 off to a great start – use this LINK to schedule a call!
We hope you find this week’s content insightful and inspiring. Thank you for being a part of the CAREtoLead® community. Remember, embracing a coaching mindset can be the key to unlocking your team’s potential and achieving your leadership goals. Here’s to a year of growth and success!
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