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It may feel‘ natural’ to step into productivity mode the moment you step into a work environment but try not to spend every minute of every day in work mode. One habit introduced into workdays in my business is to stop and pause and connect with ourselves at the start of meetings. Someone leads a short period of breathwork or silence, before we check-in with each other.

Our connection with others

We interact with people every day, but I am advocating a deeper connection with others – our families, those we work with, those in our local community and even people in parts of the world that we have never met. Our cultural background doesn’ t set us up to find this easy.

But understanding others is essential for business leaders. It is an ability that fosters trust, strengthens relationships and creates a work environment where employees feel valued and understood. A leader who prioritises empathy can better address the concerns of their workforce, leading to higher morale, increased productivity and lower turnover rates.

Beyond the internal organisation, businesses do not operate in isolation; they are deeply connected to the communities they serve and the larger economy. Leaders who recognise this interconnectedness understand that their decisions have ripple effects, influencing not just their company’ s bottom line but also the well-

CREATIVITY ALLOWS LEADERS TO THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX, DEVELOP INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS AND DIFFERENTIATE THEIR COMPANIES IN A COMPETITIVE MARKET.

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