Leadership starts with self-mastery

To master yourself, you need to make the journey of getting to know you. The mindful leader is able to dissolve old beliefs that limit performance and wellbeing.

Tim Segaller, a UK-based Coach and mindfulness trainer says a new mindfulness based leadership model is emerging. With it, it brings emphasis on the interior aspects of leadership - how the leader works with their own inner mental states and emotions in order to be in the best shape to lead their organisation and people. The vital qualities of a leader are determination and humility, not charisma or heroism.

The mindful leader is able to be more authentically oneself, rather than putting on an act. As a result of this she or he can be happy and well-balanced.

The mindful leader is able to be more authentically oneself, rather than putting on an act. As a result of this she or he can be happy and well-balanced.

Mindfulness based leadership is about paying attention in the moment to yourself, others and your environment. The effectivness of one's leadership depends on the quality of one's presence and attention.  As a leader you need to be able to hold the space.

Mindfulness is most effective training for business leaders

Mindfulness as a practice is the most effective training to develop deep presence and awareness. Developed through meditation and other simple exercises, it counteracts the human tendency to get stuck on "autopilot" to get caught up in repetitive thoughts, emotions, worries and memories.

Mindfulness has undeniable benefits that have been shown in numerous clinical researches. It alleviates stress for sure. In business world it is embraced as an effective way to improve productivity, smart thinking and personal well-being.

Mindfulness has undeniable benefits that have been shown in numerous clinical researches. It alleviates stress for sure. In business world it is embraced as an effective way to improve productivity, smart thinking and personal well-being. 

Should your coach suggest Mindfulnes exercises or starts the session with meditation, don't shy away from what could become your most powerful tool to improve your work game. I invite you to take the leap. To master yourself is to master the rest.