Getting Your Team Into Their Zone Of Genuis
📢 True North Growth Labs:
Unlock Your Full Potential
From the outside looking in, Nichole Kelly had it all. A successful marketing career, a loving family, and entrepreneurial achievements. But internally, she was crumbling under the weight of stress. Two strokes served as a wake-up call, propelling her to make significant changes.
Out of this transformative period, Nichole founded True North Growth Labs. This week, on the Leadership After Hours podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Nichole about her journey and the invaluable insights she shared. Here are some key highlights:
1️⃣ Are you building a life for yourself, or for others? Nichole realized that she was living a life driven by the needs and expectations of those around her, neglecting her own purpose. Many business leaders can relate to this struggle. Nichole's three-step process resonated with me:
Step 1: Engage in self-discovery to define your North Star, purpose, and passions.
Step 2: Align your life with this North Star, ensuring your actions are in harmony with your core values.
Step 3: Cultivate healthy habits that support this new way of living.
2️⃣ Filling the right seats on the bus. Nichole stressed the importance of identifying our "zone of genius," as described by Dr. Gay Hendricks in his book, The Big Leap. By focusing 80% of our time on tasks within this zone, and helping our team members do the same, we can optimize productivity and create a harmonious work environment.
3️⃣ Creating a predictable workflow. We discussed Agile Project Management. After this episode’s conversation, I hired Nichole. Implementing Agile Project Management proved to be a game changer for my company. Breaking tasks into two-week sprints provides structure, allowing teams to work at their highest potential. Predictability is key, enabling individuals to manage their time effectively and achieve a state of flow.
Take a deep dive into our conversation on the Leadership After Hours podcast, where Nichole and I explore topics such as masculine and feminine energies, optimizing physical and mental health, and much more. You won't want to miss it!
As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to express my gratitude for each and every one of you. Your support of this newsletter, the Leadership After Hours podcast, and Stronger Leaders Stronger Profits is astounding. Remember, the first key to greatness is perspective and gratitude. Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍁
-Sean
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