Balkin Coaching Leadership Insights

Empathy in the context of a person who is also causing you grief is never easy, and requires preparation, perspective and guidance.

I'm starting with the man in the mirror I'm asking him to change his ways And no message could have been any clearer If you want to make the world a better place Take a look at yourself, and then make a change Michael Jackson, Man in the Mirror (click here for the song) Photo by Vale Zmeykov on Unsplash Regular readers are aware of the link between a leader's self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the wellbeing of their employees (click here for the blog). This week

Today in Australia it is R U OK Day, our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, “Are you OK?”

"Hold the door, say "please", say "thank you" Don't steal, don't cheat, and don't lie I know you got mountains to climb But always stay humble and kind When the dreams you're dreamin' come to you When the work you put in is realized Let yourself feel the pride But always stay humble and kind " Humble and Kind by Tim McGraw (Click here for the song) Photo by Elias Castillo on Unsplash " Mental health and performance are mutually dependent and can be improved through effectiv

Leaders need to be reminded that one doesn't have to work up a sweat for their mood, health and mind to benefit from a walk.

While it is really easy to come up with excuses for not planning a holiday, now more than ever it is critical that you do.