Since the pandemic made its ugly presence felt, upending life as we knew it, we’ve all experienced our fair share of emotional highs and lows (is that putting it lightly?). We’ve triumphed in our remoteness (technically speaking), but even as leaders, we’ve dwelled at times in the uncertainty of it all.
To. Be. Expected.
Now, we dare you to recognize and acknowledge how you as a leader are reacting to this new normal, and to do the same for those around you. Are you jumping the gun? Are you curled up watching reruns of Friends? Although we don’t have anything against Jennifer Aniston, we’re not betting on that strategy working for you. Knowing will be the key to your resilience and reentry into our next phase.
We make lots of decisions … like hundreds every day (even when we’re self-isolating!). And decisions mean we have choices! And choices are good, right? (Dunno, ask Sophie). In all the noise, how are you gonna get your client (and yourself!) to see the big picture (we’re talkin’ IMax—if that’s still a thing). Do they even really need to make that call right now? What are they bringing to the table? What are you bringing? Is it clear as mud? Well, maybe it’s about time to let the dust settle (so … many … metaphors!) and just chill with it. Don’t worry, Jenn and Karen make it make sense.
Wanna know a cool trick for a mindset shift during these oh-so-interesting-times? Hint: it’s not a lobotomy (much less costly and no visible scars). Pay attention to what follows the words: ‘What if…’ There are a few simple steps (no magic potions involved) to teach yourself to open yourself up to possibilities. And there’s a ripple effect here, kids … listen in … WHAT IF it’s a game changer?
What’s the rush? Look around. Breathe. It. In. Oh yeah, these are different times. Are they making you … uncomfortable? Of course, they are! Even Mickey Mouse is furloughed. The thing is … we can do things to make us FEEL less uncomfortable by getting our heads around what we know for certain. In this episode, we’ve got strategies to get you and your clients a step closer to being okay with where you are right now.
Did you know? Words can actually shape your behavior and how you feel. That’s right, peeps. Your words could make a mega difference right now. Saying you’re in ‘lock down’ …. saying you ‘feel isolated’ or ‘bored’ … These words in your head that sneak out of your mouth actually impact how you see your world. And guess what? They’re totally in your control! In this episode, Jenn and Karen get REAL, and get specific, about how to switch this up. Listen up!
No. Not a “Jenn and Karen” course — this course is for ALL of us and it’s one we didn’t sign up for. We’re talking about the recent hand dealt to the whole of humanity. If THIS isn’t a crash course in personal development – we don’t know what is. The in-your-face, look-in-the-mirror type of personal development is when things are hard, uncertain, and unexpected. If things were easy – we wouldn’t be learning about ourselves. BOOM! Consider this your wake-up call!
One tiny tweak is all it takes. Say what? Yes! A simple mindset shift can leave you inspired instead of dreading what’s to come. In this episode, Jenn and Karen break down how having a curious mindset can help turn off nervous doubt and build confidence. It’s all about the questions, yo! Try it on for size.
