Business leaders were thrown probably one of the most challenging problems so far in recent history. Many businesses struggled and forced leaders to rethink the way they lead. As the world shifts post-pandemic, leaders are called to change their leadership styles as well. For us at Technalink, we firmly believe that what this era needs is soulful leadership.
What Is Soulful Leadership?
Soulful leadership is an approach to business management that emphasizes the foundation of the company—your vision and all stakeholders’ wellbeing. Instead of chasing after profits, soulful leadership looks toward the soul to guide your decisions toward your organization’s most fundamental vision.
Becoming A Soulful Leader
Soulful leadership is all about knowing your vision and letting that vision come out in your leadership. Listening to your soul as a leader is one of the most effective ways to transform your leadership. Implement these practices that will help you become a soulful leader:
Know Your Vision. Entrepreneurs start their business with the goal of addressing a need but often lose sight of this because of money. Return to why you started your business and keep that in mind in everything you do—meditate on your vision daily with meditation beads.
Lead With Compassion. Soulful leadership is deeply connected with mindfulness and compassion. When you exercise empathy and compassion, you are able to lead mindfully, making sure every decision is aligned with your vision and respects all stakeholders. This is better than leading with fear.
Listen To Your Employees. As mentioned, soulful leadership prioritizes your vision and the stakeholders’ wellbeing. It is a human-centric approach to business. What better way to achieve this than by welcoming ideas and feedback from your employees?
Take Responsibility. Soulful leadership requires you to sometimes put your ego aside and acknowledge that you are not perfect. You may make mistakes or sometimes not know what to do. What is important is that you hold yourself accountable and then work toward doing better.
The bottom line of soulful leadership is being mindful and compassionate toward your employees and your clients. Your leadership should reflect your spirituality and your values as a person. When you stay authentic to your soul, your organization will be transformed.
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