Episode 93: The Space You're Skipping: Why Busy Leaders Need Reflection Most
Episode 93
The Space You're Skipping: Why Busy Leaders Need Reflection Most
Episode Summary
Most leaders treat reflection like a luxury they can't afford, especially when the calendar is full and something always needs putting out. But skipping it doesn't make you more effective — it just means you keep making the same decisions on autopilot. Reflection doesn't need a whole day away — it can fit into the routine you already have.
Key Points:
The busier you are, the more your decisions run on autopilot, and autopilot is where the same mistakes get made twice.
Reflection doesn't require a full day away — a daily check-in, a weekly review, or a monthly clarity break can each fit into a routine that's already full.
Protecting reflection time takes more than good intentions — it takes a calendar block, notifications off, and a couple of questions ready so you're not starting from a blank page.
Resources
Blog Posts
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Related Episodes
Reflect to Lead: Unlocking Growth Through Consistent Self-Awareness
From Firefighting to Forward Thinking: Making the Time to Lead
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About Jacquie:
Jacquie is the founder of Leadership and Life by Kayric Inc, where she blends the best of teaching, leadership, and the occasional The West Wing reference to help non-profits and small business build strong leaders and healthy teams. Utilizing DISC and The Five Behaviours of a Cohesive team, combined with teaching knowledge and experience, Jacquie strives to empower leaders with the skills no one taught them and to create teams who want to work together.
Formerly a junior high teacher (who loves teenagers), Jacquie brings a decade of classroom wisdom, ten years corporate training experience, a growth mindset, and a sprinkle of mild rebellion to her dynamic approach.
In her free time, Jacquie channels her passion for community improvement by volunteering with school councils, serving on non-profit boards, and generally finding ways to make her corner of the world a better place. You can also find her on the side of a soccer pitch, at Remedy Café or in her scrapbook room.
