Mindful Leadership
* the next frontier of executive development
Scientific research supports mindfulness as the most powerful way to create extraordinarily capable minds.
Mindful Leadership
* the next frontier of executive development
Scientific research supports mindfulness as the most powerful way to create extraordinarily capable minds.
Our program is based on the research of Dr Viktor Frankl, a Holocaust survivor better known for his book Man’s Search for Meaning.
His philosophy offers a roadmap for finding meaning and purpose in tough times.
According to Business Insider, more South Africans are resigning from their jobs in search of healthier company culture and better work-life balance as opposed to just wanting a higher salary, as was the case before the Covid-19 pandemic. The pandemic has led to changes in employee behaviour, and these changes require leaders to implement solutions that allow their organizations to thrive in order to remain at the forefront of their industries.
The Program
* mindful leadership
- Improves business relationships
- Sharpens focus
- Improves self control
- Better skilled at conflict resolution
- Improves creative thinking
- Reduces stress
- Reduces anxiety
- Better decision making
Why?
* mindful leadership
- Executives are mentally distracted at work73%
- Executives want to be more mindful96%
- Executives are unable to concentrate47%
- Make time to improve personal development2%
- We live in a volatile, uncertain and complex world, filled with bewildering ambiguity and constant upgrades.
- We are hyper-connected, globalised, distracted and stressed, with little or no time to reflect.
- Big data algorithms and digital empires are part of our daily reality. We have more information but work with more uncertainty.
- Economies of scale are being replaced with economies of learning.
- Business transformation is hindered by hidden fears, insecurities and, attitudes that were not dealt with.
Our Approach
* the fusion of cutting edge behavioural science
As humans we are still foraging, but instead of turning over rocks in search of insects and nuts, we are searching to understand it all. Our deepest motivating force is to make a difference, to experience meaning and live with purpose. We want to be of service and add value to the people around us. To feel needed and appreciated makes life feel worthwhile.
The Foundational mindfulness leadership introduces participants to the basic concepts of Logotherapy of how to discover more meaning at work and mindfulness, the mental predisposition in order to do so..
We are the only organisation that combines meaning and mindfulness in his way. Mindfulness is the mental capability to focus and pay attention to what is happing the moment. It is the development of internal emotional stability and control over your own mind. It helps you to stay focused, remain calm and develop deeper insights into what is happening around you.
This is the new frontier of human development. It is not about getting someplace else, but rather about being fully aware of where you already are. It is about taking control of your own mind and using it for the full benefit of the world around you. To become aware of our existential realities and what is truly meaningful.
#1
How to lead with mindfulness, wisdom and maturity.
#2
Understanding mindfulness, its application to leadership and practices.
#3
Understanding the foundations of Logotherapy and the discovery of more meaning at work.
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How to apply this in their personal lives and at work.
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Personal outcomes such as improved business relationships, better understand the cause and consequences of behaviour, dealing with stress and burnout, and managing diversity.
The Foundation
* the new frontier of human development
This is the new frontier of human development. It is not about getting someplace else, but rather about being fully aware of where you already are. It is about taking control of your own mind and using it for the full benefit of the world around you. To become aware of our existential realities and what is truly meaningful.
We will adapt the program to suits your unique requirements but our standard program cover the following:
#1
With this module participants will learn the foundations of meaning and purpose at work and how to manage it on a daily basis.
#2
What is mindfulness is all about and how does it apply to the world of business.
This module will include research evidence to support mindfulness as a recognised behavioural science and examples of how to apply it on a daily basis.
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Management tools such as job-crafting, how to improve thinking skills, how to listen mindfully and the basics of manager as coach.
This module will focus on the application of theoretical principles in the workplace.
Role plays and practice with fellow participants will cement the skills acquired.
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Practical meaningful creative project (e.g. learn a new hobby, develop a new work-habit).
This module will teach participants how to practically apply meaning for themselves and others.
Each participant will identify their own work project and the objective is to start something completely new.
#5
Personal leadership objectives.
During the individual sessions participants will get the opportunity to discuss their own business challenges and explore alternative options to deal with leadership issues.