Leadership Tip

How to recognise your moment of obligation

People who successfully tackle big problems are often driven by a specific event or time in their lives when they felt compelled to act. These “moments of obligation” can drive you to start working on a problem, and keep at it when you might feel like giving up. They help us shape meaningful careers and lives. Here’s how to recognise your own mission-defining moment:

  1. It’s strong. The experience will invoke intense feelings. The moment itself doesn't necessarily need to be dramatic, but what it brings up in you is.
     
  2. It’s personal. Moments of obligation are often connected to your own experiences, or the experiences of people you care most about.
     
  3. It takes hold. These moments often scream for your attention, creeping into your mind when you are minding your own business - sitting on the sofa, watching television, or trying to sleep.

The above leadership tip...
was sent in response to a question from a participant on our acclaimed 10/10 leadership development and mentoring programme and adapted from Find Your Moment of Obligation by Lara Galinsky. Whether you're a first time manager or an experienced leader, straightforward, practical advice on best practice is hard to find. Until now. To find out how you, your team or your organisation can benefit, please contact us.


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