Find your people- why support systems are the foundation of endurance leadership

Find your people- why support systems are the foundation of endurance leadership

I was recently on a cycling cruise in Norway. The food, the boat, the scenery, the cabin, the laundry service- all were 5 star. And I like a nice place to stay as much as the rest of us! The cycling also was beautiful and gave me the chance to experience places I’ll never go again. Yet, if I’m asked if I’d do the same company’s trip again, my answer is a very definitive no. It hit me, (on a bike ride of course)- many people there just weren’t my people.

I’ve had similar experiences in growing my business. I value early bedtimes and training mornings over wine filled business evening events, as a general rule. I love being around people who are growth oriented and see what’s possible- instead of ‘shoulding’ all over me or forcing me to play small. And so, from time with older friends, to family, to colleagues, to fellow business owners, to where I spend my holidays- I’m constantly examining if I’m in the right room..

Would I take advice from this person?

Do we share the same values?

Have they been where I want to go?

Is this interaction allowing me energetically to show up as my best?

These are some of the questions I ask myself, on a regular basis. And it’s not an insult to anyone I’m surrounded by.

We met some lovely friends on our cycle cruise. I have some amazing people in my life. But I’m constantly discerning who I ask for advice/ tell about my big goals, every time I want to move to the next level.

In an endurance event, you need a support crew who will push you with encouragement and tough love when things get hard- not tell you to stop. Who can see the difference between danger and normal pain of the process. It’s the same in business, leadership and chasing big goals in life. You need people around you who’ll help you understand when to push through, when to change pace and if needed, when to pivot.

Once you become clear on YOUR unique vision, this is how you’ll get there.

Not sure if you’ve got the right support team around you? Here’s 3 easy ways to work with me.

➪ Female owners & leaders: Join Angela Sedran & I this September for Renaissance in Rome- a strategy, leadership & wellbeing retreat for women who lead. 5-13 Sept.

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