Here are some thoughts about leadership and coaching that I have been pondering on this beautiful, gorgeous day in Boulder,Colorado as I embark upon writing session today for my eleventh book,Dancing Warrior Leadership. The following construct/poem that I have created( a paraphrase with the inspiration of Waldorf school originator,Rudolf Steiner) becomes the theme and touch stone for all the writing I will do on this vital subject:
"Regard those you lead in sacred awe,
Coach and serve them in Love,
Cultivate and Teach in an environment of Heart
and watch as they grow into Something Extraordinary".
Jerry Lynch, Ph.D
Astounding as it may appear,most who call themselves leaders and coaches today are clearly not. They are using strategies and methodologies that are ,in a word,obsolete. If one is to a be successful, influential, powerful and compelling coach and leader,one must master a "way" or a TAO ( Chinese for "The Way") that can INSPIRE and EMPOWER others. Leaning on the Chinese language once again, the word for this extraordinary way of leadership is called "Jingshen", a Mandarin concept meaning "to instill spirit,vitality,chi,passion and personal power". In this way, leadership becomes a spiritual practice( not religious) that helps to develop in ourselves and those we lead certain SACRED traits,behaviors and characteristics...courage,compassion,commitment,patience,persistence,integrity,selflessness,
humility, love,modesty and humility to name just a few. When we exhibit these traits, we create an emotionally safe environment where others will open their hearts and give us( leaders/coaches) permission to enter and it is THERE that we can influence them to be something other than ordinary. Effective leadership is all about relationships created in this way. This way, this Tao, this path is the path of the Warrior leader.
I better get back to my book or it will never be written. Stay tuned in. In the meantime, think about this blog and imagine yourself being able to create such an inspirational environment for all those whom you are so fortunate to lead and coach.
Much love and good chi, JPL
"Regard those you lead in sacred awe,
Coach and serve them in Love,
Cultivate and Teach in an environment of Heart
and watch as they grow into Something Extraordinary".
Jerry Lynch, Ph.D
Astounding as it may appear,most who call themselves leaders and coaches today are clearly not. They are using strategies and methodologies that are ,in a word,obsolete. If one is to a be successful, influential, powerful and compelling coach and leader,one must master a "way" or a TAO ( Chinese for "The Way") that can INSPIRE and EMPOWER others. Leaning on the Chinese language once again, the word for this extraordinary way of leadership is called "Jingshen", a Mandarin concept meaning "to instill spirit,vitality,chi,passion and personal power". In this way, leadership becomes a spiritual practice( not religious) that helps to develop in ourselves and those we lead certain SACRED traits,behaviors and characteristics...courage,compassion,commitment,patience,persistence,integrity,selflessness,
humility, love,modesty and humility to name just a few. When we exhibit these traits, we create an emotionally safe environment where others will open their hearts and give us( leaders/coaches) permission to enter and it is THERE that we can influence them to be something other than ordinary. Effective leadership is all about relationships created in this way. This way, this Tao, this path is the path of the Warrior leader.
I better get back to my book or it will never be written. Stay tuned in. In the meantime, think about this blog and imagine yourself being able to create such an inspirational environment for all those whom you are so fortunate to lead and coach.
Much love and good chi, JPL
Terrific view of true (warrior) leadership - succinct, clear focus on inspiring and empowering others through trust and love. Great stuff!
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