Would you like to become an outstanding leader? Use this checklist as a reminder of the important leadership-building skills you can develop on your personal development journey.
For best results, focus on developing one habit at a time. Once that habit is ingrained, then start developing another one.
Your journey to great leadership has begun!
1. Make your bed
○ Establish a morning routine that gets you ready for your day
○ Establish a nightly routine to sleep soundly and prepare you for the next day
2. Act according to your values
○ Clarify your values
○ Make decisions based on your values
3. Be creative
○ Write - daily journal or Morning Pages
○ Make something new
○ Be flexible - let go of expectations and keep an open mind
4. Practice mindfulness
○ Practice mindfulness meditation - focus on your breath
○ Make time for mindfulness activities, like coloring or nature walks
○ Integrate mindfulness into your daily routines
5. Trust others
○ Delegate
○ Empower your team
○ Encourage innovation
○ Give direction
6. Be authentic
○ Live according to your values
○ Practice compassion - for yourself and others
○ Communicate clearly: listen, pay attention to your body language, understand what you need to communicate
7. Exercise
○ Mental health: do exercises that lift your mood
○ Physical health: do exercises that build your strength, fitness, and discipline