Mindful Leadership

by Maria Gonzalez

Become a true leader through MindfulnessIf you thought leading a team or organization meant simply creating and implementing a financial plan, delegating responsibility, and watching the bottom line, well, you're only partly right. True leadership comes from within, a place of deep calm and focus, that allows you to respond to any situation as it arises. In "Mindful Leadership," you'll learn how to draw on those inner reserves through Mindfulness Meditation, a tool you can use to achieve focus and clarity, reduce stress, and develop the presence of mind to meet any number of challenges.The book opens up a world of meditation exercises that can be done anywhere, anytime (no chanting or patchouli required!) and that are the gateway to improved judgment and decision making, improved time management, enhanced team effectiveness, greater productivity, and more on-the-job inspiration and innovation.Details the nine ways in which leaders can incorporate Mindfulness into every aspect of their livesIllustrates how meditation and business actually do mixEssential for anyone interested in anticipating and serving client needsThe author coaches executives throughout North America and is quoted widely in the mediaOffering essential skills for both life and work, "Mindful Leadership" shows how it's possible to successfully lead a team, an entire organization--or just yourself.

216 pages, ebook

First published March 12, 2012

Reviews

[Pramod Anumula · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book focuses on self-leadership which gives the power to transform into Leadership within your working community. The ideas of compassion, being calm, clear and equanimous are highly effective practices in self leadership.
A good book with the simple vocabulary.

[Shari Fox · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was assigned reading for a leadership program I am participating in this year. It has had an impact on me, especially as I start a new position in which the expectations for my performance are high. Ms. Gonzales has inspired me to be more intentional, and while I have yet to actually initiate a daily meditation practice, I have made it a priority to find at least 10 minutes most days. This book shares information motion and guidance in an accessible manner, one that is practical and not just "out there." The exercises are very helpful, especially her guidance on integration in everyday life and the workplace. The book is all about becoming more aware, having better focus and clarity, and accepting what occurs and how we feel about it. One of my favorite concepts is that mindfulness allows us to respond to what occurs, rather than react.

[Charlotte · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good points for being mindful, excellent explanations and practical application aspects.