Desire to Make an Impact

There’s a reason why “Desire to Make an Impact” is the first enlightened leadership behavior (ELB). Before you can start implementing the other ELBs, you first need to foster the right mindset to lead others and start sharing that desire with those you want to influence. In this episode, we challenge each other and you to think deeply about what is a behavior, does a leader’s motive matter to the outcome, and what does the brain and social science say about having meaning and impact in the work you do. For Your Leader Development JourneyEpisode 2 Takeaways/Actions:--Reflect on and know your personal mission/why and tie it to your work. If you don’t know it yet, take some time to reflect on these questions. Journal about it, process it and refine a statement that resonates with you. -How do I currently contribute to this world? -What do I want to contribute to this world? -How do I want to be remembered when I am gone? -What are my top five values that I want to be sure I’m modeling through action in my life?--Share that mission and why statement with your team, your colleagues and network. It will help inspire those you want to influence.--Know and share the positive IMPACT your work has on others. No matter how small, it’s meaningful! Talk about that impact with your team and make sure everyone understands it.--Empower others to find their purpose. Help those on your team identify their own personal why statements for their work to drive their intrinsic motivation. Helping them find meaning and purpose in what they do will help them, you, and the collective group succeed. Additional Reading & References:Trait Theory vs Process Theory of Leadership.Leadership and Motivation | EBSCO Research Starters The Evolution of Social Connection as a Basic Human NeedHardwired for Fear and Connection: How Our Brain Impacts Our Equity Journeys - Social CurrentWhy are humans altruistic? | HowStuffWorksAltruistic behavior: mapping responses in the brain - PMCProject Aristotle for Effective Teams - MutomorroMusic by: Geek ChorusStreaming on Spotify and Apple MusicYou can also watch the Enlightened Work Podcast on YouTube