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		<title>Leading with indifference: how to be less emotionally reactive</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2021 09:02:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[From the conference room to the kitchen, we sometimes find ourselves getting caught up in the same self-sabotaging emotional responses: impatience, jealousy, frustration, anger, victimhood, or any number of other automatic reactions. You get triggered, and boom, the same stubborn impulse kicks in. The story in your head starts to play, and you get caught in the narrative of finger-pointing and blame – for yourself or the person who sparked it. Either way, the response feels justified and familiar. What you’re demonstrating are old emotional patterns, which continue to get stronger every time they play out. According to the experts, if you consistently groove these old pathways, you’ll never get in touch with, and heal the original wound. We’re not exploring original wounds here, but what might be useful is finding ways to break the negative cycle of emotional reactivity and be totally indifferent to negative external hooks and stimuli. Wouldn’t that be wonderful? A recent example: A month or two ago a personal boundary was severely violated. I reacted with anger, indignation, blame, and punitive action. I believed I was totally justified, and repeated my story many times, to the affirming support of those who listened, horrified, by the [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Impatience and your personal leadership brand</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robyn Young]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jul 2021 08:25:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[It’s helpful for leaders to be impatient. Impatient leaders take more initiative. They get the job done faster. They’re passionate and innovative problem-solvers. They make quick decisions. They’re productive, and they infuse energy and urgency into the organisation. Amongst many other things, impatient leaders will almost always: Be punctual, or even early Rely on themselves to make things happen Quickly come to a conclusion Respond rapidly to competition Be the drivers of new ideas and new projects Have great trust in themselves So far so good. For impatient leaders, nothing is quick enough: not the report, not the results, not the pace at which their colleagues speak. Everything takes too long. If they could make the world spin faster, they would. There are times when the impatient leader feels their head might explode if everybody doesn’t pick up the pace. But this comes at a price. Besides feeling overworked, impatient leaders may experience strained relationships and negative staff morale due to their persistent pressure. They may experience half-achieved goals or wasted resources. Being consistently hasty leads to ongoing disappointment and chronic stress, with nothing ever satisfactorily ‘enough’. The middle road. The solution for these leaders is not to grit teeth [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Keeping your personal brand relevant</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robyn Young]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2021 09:17:16 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[When Tom Peters introduced the idea of personal branding, he said that regardless of your age and position, unless you understand the importance of personal branding you’re going to be left behind. He said this because who you are, rather than what you do, will increasingly become the source of sustainability in the world of work. Never has this been more relevant. What does it take to thrive in our new world of work? It takes a willingness to be open to change, to embrace it, and look for the opportunities it holds. As Alvin Toffler the futurist said, those who will succeed in the future are not the most learned and not the most knowledgeable. They’re those who’ve learned how to learn, how to unlearn, and how to relearn. What do you need to unlearn? It’s a big question, perhaps starting with giving yourself permission to interrogate everything you think you already know. Ask yourself: “What are my comfort bubbles and what triggers my internal resistance?” The key lies in your openness to being challenged, to seek out information that contradicts your assumptions. Only you will know what needs to go. How do we relearn? Be open to other [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>7 Ps of Personal Leadership Progress</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robyn Young]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2021 10:50:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Just because we’re in the middle of a pandemic, doesn’t mean you don’t want to progress your career. How do you avoid the out-of-sight-out-of-mind culture that a flexible workplace can have on your personal brand? How do you remain relevant? In short, how do you get promoted? Here are seven guidelines to keep your personal leadership progress on track. Performance Identify your top-level professional goal and the philosophy that drives all your actions. How are you performing against this goal? Product (that’s you) Take a good look at where you’re currently struggling in your own work. What are the recurring issues that keep coming up? Be truthful about what you think you know but need to let go of, and then identify what’s going well that you’d like to do more of. How well-developed is your skillset of the future (curiosity, critical thinking, ability to give and receive critical feedback, collaboration, negotiation, resilience, grit, willingness to be uncomfortable, empathy, emotional intelligence, etc.)? Perception Your personal brand is what other people tell each other about you. How do you think you are known and does this match how you want to be known? What do you think is your current reputation? [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>How to fly through your first day, first week and first month at a new job</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robyn Young]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:09:36 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Whether it’s your first day or your fifteenth, acclimatising to a new workspace can be intimidating. Here are some pointers to help you put your best foot forward and settle in more smoothly. Before you start Read as much about the company as possible: official websites, social media platforms, marketing materials, customer reviews. LinkedIn search your boss and any prospective colleagues Get feedback from anyone in your network who uses their product Get in touch with anyone in your network who could be a potential customer Identify which mentors could be helpful to you in your new role Write a private note to yourself reflecting on what you learned in your last role, and new ideas to try in your new one. Practice your introduction: a succinct intro on where you worked before, why you left, and what you’re looking forward to in your new role. First Day Give yourself extra time to get up and out the door. Dress suitably. What you’re wearing will create a lasting impression and influence people on whether you’re worthy of further attention or not. Be extra professional, even if the vibe is laid back. Introduce yourself to everyone who passes your desk. Direct [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Saying yes to change</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robyn Young]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2020 06:41:09 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[&#8220;Faith is the light that illuminates your pathway. Without faith, the future looks very frightening. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s essential for you to take whatever steps are necessary to keep your mind and heart filled with faith. Please don&#8217;t give up hope on yourself or other people. Keep the candle of faith burning within your soul, as that one small inkling of hope can eradicate the darkness of despair. Be the light that eliminates someone else&#8217;s gloomy hopelessness as well. For as you make others stronger, it strengthens not only yourself, but the entire world.&#8221;   &#8211;   Mother Mary]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Staying grounded</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robyn Young]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2020 08:19:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This post is as much for me as it is for you. As the craziness surrounds us, here’s what I’m doing to stay centered. Maybe something resonates for you. Staying off social media – this is easier for me than most. I’m not a big fan. Spending time in nature – I find trees, water, fresh air and beautiful scenery soothing. Warming the home space – flowers, candles, cushions, throws, lightens the mood and makes it cozy on the eye. Eating well – not being too strict, but mindful of nurturing the body and brain. Cleansing – surfaces, chairs, handles, light switches, desk tops, keyboards, bathrooms, hands. Always hands. Creating – an opportunity to open the heart space. This includes writing, cooking. Resting – trying to get as much as possible (and not feel guilty about it). Meditation too. Enjoying the family – I’ve wanted to spend more time with them. Now’s my chance. It’s our opportunity to be centered and calm for our children, our clients, our colleagues and our communities. Let’s stay positive. Loads of love x]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>An introvert’s guide to getting through the festive season</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robyn Young]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Dec 2019 11:15:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Raise your hand if you secretly dread the razzle-dazzle time of year: with the people, the noise, the excess, the commercialisation, the demands, the waste, the trying to please, the time-poverty, the purse-poverty, the shoulds and the shouldn’ts, it’s an endless stream of inward groans for introverts. If this is you, here are three simple ways to manage Christmas-induced anxiety, leaving you with a bit of yourself intact after the wrapping paper has been recycled and the leftovers put into the fridge. Say no to social events. You don’t have to accept them all, really. This leaves time to gear up and recharge before and after the one or two you do choose to graciously attend. Delegate. Buying gifts? Pick a store and get everyone a gift from one shop. Bookstores are good for this. Lunch at your house? It’s not too late to ask people to prepare and bring: cheese platters, fruit platters, chocolate platters, charcuterie platters, salad platters, dessert platters, cocktails, you name it. Gift wrapping? Older children can wrap for younger siblings; partners can wrap for older children. You don’t have to be perfect. We all know it’s a corrosive waste of time, and quite frankly, people [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Vertical or Horizontal</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robyn Young]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2019 12:16:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Today, will you self-assuredly introduce yourself to the most powerful person in the room, or will you avoid eye contact, feeling self-conscious and less than? Will you cold call the prospective client; confidently believing she’ll agree to meet with you, or will you convince yourself tomorrow is a better day? Will you speak down to your children because you’re the parent, or will you respectfully give them the space to debate? The horizontal relationship is difficult to conceive, especially when we’re programmed towards vertical, authoritarian hierarchy. But the way you see someone defines the way you relate to them, which in turn, defines your personal brand.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Body clever ways to build Personal Presence</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robyn Young]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2019 12:13:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Did you know you can build personal presence just by tuning into your body? Use posture to focus your thoughts. Put your feel flat on the ground, lengthen your spine and notice how your thoughts become more clearly focused. USE WHEN meeting someone or engaging with a person of higher level. Use eye contact to help you feel more powerful. Lock eyes with the other person and simply gaze into them. Don’t stare hard or squint or put on any aggressive expressions, just keep an even, steady gaze. USE WHEN you’re feeling a little intimidated or need to appear more assertive. Use breath when you need to be productive. When you find yourself procrastinating, take three deep breaths &#8211; in through the nose and out through the mouth. USE WHEN you need to find your mojo again. Use centering to develop inner strength. This will give you the ability to think, act and speak clearly while withstanding enormous pressure. Imagine the breath reaching a specific point just below the navel, filling with warm yellow light. USE WHEN you have important meetings or conversations, or in any situation that might not go well. Use voice to convey confidence and authority. To [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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