1.8 Unlocking the Power of Strategic Self-Care

Strategic self-care is essential for HR professionals and leaders who want to maximize their impact. In this podcast episode, we discuss how important it is to show up in the right way, regardless of how stressful or frustrated we might be feeling.  We refer to the H.A.L.T model, which stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired. They explore how these factors can affect our wellbeing and emotional state, our ability to make decisions, ultimately undermining our ability to be strategic. By addressing our basic needs, such as nutrition and hydration, managing our emotions, finding support and allies, and taking time to rest and recharge, we can show up in a way that supports our strategic goals. The podcast also introduces a useful hack, inspired by tennis players, as a quick and effective tool for resetting and refocusing between tasks. Overall, this episode emphasises the importance of integrating self-care practices into our professional lives to enhance our strategic leadership skills. Further Reading: For more insights on strategic self-care and the tennis reset hack, check out Fiona's blog post here. What to stay connected and get more insights?  Join Gemma’s HR Email Community here  Thank you for tuning in to this episode of The Strategic Leader podcast. If you enjoyed the show, please give us 5 stars! It will help others to find the show.  And don't forget to check out previous episodes, and subscribe for more insightful discussions and practical advice on becoming a more naturally strategic leader. Feel free to contact us via www.gemmabullivant.co.uk (Gemma) or www.www.wearegoodthinking.co.uk (Fiona). Your queries could inspire future episodes to help you become a more strategic leader.