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Book SynopsisHow do you implement mindfulness in the workplace? Today's leaders and organisations need to develop an agile mindset and take bold risks. This Authority Guide shows you how to link mindfulness directly to business challenges and offers practical and accessible tools for change. Written by an expert on leadership, meditation and mindfulness, the book teaches you how to manage your inner landscape of thoughts, emotions and interruptions so that you can create a compassionate, innovative and sustainable working culture.
Trade Review'Palma Michel's book is masterful: It is an easy read yet full of profound insights on how to apply simple mindfulness techniques to great effect at work. Palma's wisdom and calm presence shines through on every page. If you get the chance to meet her, you will know what I mean. At any rate, read this book; you will feel more grounded afterwards.'
-- Jutta Tobias, Senior Lecturer, Innovation & Process Management, Cranfield School of Management
Table of ContentsIntroduction: setting the scene; 1. My journey with meditation and how to use this book; 2. Changing times require new leadership skills; 3. Introduction to mindful leadership; Section 1: managing yourself; 4. The starting point is hacking your neurobiology; 5. Self-awareness as the first step to self-mastery; 6. Attention is a priced commodity; 7. Leaders are not paid to be busy; 8. Leadership presence as key leadership skill; Section 2: Managing others; 9. Authenticity builds trust and rapport; 10. Mastering communication; 11. Getting the most out of your team in times of uncertainty; 12. Building a culture in which creativity and innovation can flourish; Section 3: Effecting broader change; 13. Sustainability - acting now for tomorrow
