Hello Reader, Unwind with the Practice of Meditation and ReflectionAs a leader, it's important to establish the practice of relaxing, refreshing, and renewing through meditation and reflection. Slowing down and focusing on your inner thoughts and emotions can help reduce stress, increase self-awareness, and improve your decision-making skills. Here are some ways you can incorporate meditation and reflection into your daily routine:
Incorporating meditation and reflection into your daily routine will help you become a more self-aware and effective leader. By relaxing, refreshing, and renewing your mind and body, you'll be better equipped to handle challenges and make sound decisions. So, take a few moments each day to meditate and reflect – your mind, body, and team will thank you. It's important to take care of yourself so that you can take care of others. Incorporate these practices into your daily routine. |
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Hi Reader, Many years ago, I developed a quirky habit of writing an annual Fourth of July essay. Some years for private consumption and reflection, some years public, like my 2007 essay, which was published as a letter to the editor in the Boston Globe. Below is this year's entry into the catalog. Beyond Myth: Reclaiming American Patriotism As we mark, acknowledge, and celebrate 249 years since the birth of the United States, it is right to recall that the Founding Fathers, those venerated...
Hi Reader, How Serious Leaders Stop Drifting Leadership drift is real. You don’t fix it with platitudes or personality tests. You need a system; one that stabilizes chaos, exposes blind spots, and gives you the language to lead with authority and grace. That’s why I created the Leadership Accountability Launch Kit— a three-part entry into the Leadership Guidance System from Karl Bimshas Consulting. Each tool is helpful on its own. Together? They’re transformational. Navigating Chaos sets the...
Hello Reader, Why I’ve Been Focused on Anti-Authoritarianism (and Why You Should Be Too) For too long, the conversation around leadership has missed the mark. That’s why, nearly a year ago, I published Essays On: Anti-Authoritarian Leadership — a collection of ten essays confronting the behaviors and dangers of authoritarianism. It dismantles the myth of authoritarian strength and urges leaders to reflect, resist, and recommit to democratic principles. Innovation, collaboration, and ethical...