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How to Make Wise Decisions

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Wisdom is the acquired ability to rise above the immediate demands and stresses of the moment; to make decisions that are grounded in transcendent values, core beliefs, and high ethical standards; and to achieve real and enduring perspective on the issues question. Stress, of course, has an impact on our ability to make sound decisions.

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Upshift: How to Turn Pressure into Performance and Crisis into Creativity

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And too little of the associated stress is not good. But with too much stress we become overloaded, and we just feel like shutting down. We start to move toward this sweet spot when we switch from perceiving a stressful situation as a challenge rather than a threat. We have all formed over time how we deal with stress. “A

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Leading Thoughts for April 11, 2024

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Knowing your principles doesn’t necessarily mean you know how to practice them, particularly under stress or pressure. Character is your capacity to prioritize your values over your instincts. It’s easy to be proactive and determined when things are going well.

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Leading Thoughts for August 10, 2023

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Stress in the workplace affects family life, causing more stress in the family. More stress in the family causes more stress at work, which in turn gets brought home again. But if your home life is a wreck, you can still suffer the negative effects of stress, and so can your employer.”

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Leading Thoughts for December 21, 2023

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John Mattone on getting it right: “Leaders generally derail not because of a character flaw but rather because they respond immaturely to mounting stress and change.” Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Source: Intelligent Leadership: What You Need to Know to Unlock Your Full Potential II.

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Out of Context: The Difference Between Character and Personality

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Knowing your principles doesn’t necessarily mean you know how practice them, particularly under stress or pressure. Personality is your predisposition—your basic instincts for how to think, feel, and act. Character is your capacity to prioritize your values over your instincts.

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LeadershipNow 140: March 2024 Compilation

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Lead With This by @TerriKlass 4 Kinds of Stress in a Leader’s Life by @DanReiland 5 Outdated Phrases That Really Hurt Your Leadership by @WScottCochrane Do You Promote Your Career with Original Ideas or by Criticizing Others?