Meet George, the epitome of a strong leader. In the weekly professional development meetings for top leaders, George stood out. His secret? Intentionally weaving introspection and structured reflection, aka “quiet time,” into his leadership routine. As an extrovert navigating a culture fueled by speed and multitasking, George faced his reflection roadblocks head-on. He disrupted the norm, embracing single-tasking and scheduling dedicated quiet time – even labeling Friday mornings as “do not disturb.”
During these moments, George reflected on the past week and charted 2-3 specific goals for the upcoming one. His arsenal of questions included the profound: Why are we doing what we are doing? What worked? What didn’t work? This introspective approach wasn’t just a luxury; it became a strategic necessity.
The perks? Two-fold.
First, George’s responses became the building blocks for realistic plans spanning weeks, months, and recalibrations for the entire year.
Second, this dedicated quiet time offered him the space to digest insights, tailor them to his situation, practice their implementation, and align them with his strategic execution plan.
What roadblocks do you need to resolve to start giving yourself the benefits of quiet time?
Chuck Scharenberg, the brain behind More Profit More Freedom, guides first-year C-suite leaders in making their mark – crafting unified teams and robust infrastructures that propel their businesses forward.