Cultivating an Influential Mindset Through Healthy Habits and Boundaries

You can be successful, and still feel like there is more. More for you to give and contribute, more impact to be made, and more joy to feel from your work.

Is it possible that it may be time to pivot?

There are many ways to successfully pivot, whether internally within your company or your current career, or an external pivot toward something entirely different. This is not typically easy and can require a great deal of personal influence.

Here’s how to get started with an influential mindset reset, coupled with setting healthy habits and boundaries:

1. Believe in Yourself

Your ideas, your worth, and your contribution are valuable. If you don’t believe you are worthy of influence in a new and often unfamiliar role, it’s unlikely you’ll be able to influence others. The voice that we should pay attention to the most is our own, even when it is a negative voice. So a great place to start is with strong positive daily affirmations. For example, "I take consistent action towards my next level of serving those who need me." or “I deliver consistently to my board and my opinions are valued”. Try it yourself. Write your affirmation down and stick it to your mirror or fridge, and say it out loud every morning. This practice can significantly boost your self-belief and readiness to influence others.

2. Set New Boundaries

Boundaries are essential for maintaining a healthy work-life integration and ensuring you have the energy to lead effectively. Use the summer to reassess and strengthen your boundaries. Are you often working late into the night? Consider setting specific work hours and sticking to them. Ensure that your personal time remains sacred and undisturbed. This not only helps you recharge but also sets a positive example for your team, demonstrating that it's possible to achieve balance while being productive. This is a great way to ensure calm and clarity are present when making big decisions about how you might want to pivot.

3. Adopt Healthy Habits

Whether it’s nutrition, exercise, or continuous learning, summer is a great time to focus on healthy eating and regular exercise, as well as investing in your personal and professional development. Being prepared physically, as well as mentally for upcoming changes can make a pivot in your career a much easier transition. What’s one healthy habit you can adopt or uplevel, and how can you put an accountability structure in place to make it happen consistently?

4. Let Go of the Outcome

Those with an influential mindset are less concerned with the outcome and do not make up stories about what people might think or what might go wrong. Focus on taking consistent action and getting your message across clearly, succinctly, and with impact. Letting go of the outcome frees you from unnecessary stress and allows you to be more present and effective in your actions.

5. Be Accountable

The people we spend our time with shape who we are. If you are looking to build internal influence, find at least one friend, mentor, or coach that fiercely believes in you and your ideas. Make a conscious effort to spend time with them to get encouragement, be pushed beyond your comfort zone, and have consistent influential conversations. Accountability partners can provide the strict accountability needed to push the boundaries of what you initially thought was possible.

By embracing an influential mindset, you can make the most of the summer months. This reset will not only benefit your well-being but also enhance your productivity and effectiveness as a leader. Embrace this time to reevaluate and re-energize, setting yourself and your team up for success in the coming months, especially if there is change ahead.

If you require accountability and someone to guide you into a space of clarity (because let’s face it, pivotal changes in your career can be stressful if not prepared) then let’s talk. Book a call with me here and we can have a simple conversation.

Cheering you on, always.
- Sheryl