Brain Snack: How to Unblock Your Limiting Beliefs

Welcome to the latest Brain Snack from Live+Work More Human. In this conversation, Sally Clarke and Alexis Zahner engage with Muriel Wilkins to explore the concept of being 'blocked' as a leader. They discuss how these blockages stem from underlying beliefs that can hinder effective leadership.

Muriel introduces seven common blockers that leaders face, emphasizing the importance of understanding the root causes of these beliefs to foster personal and organizational growth. The discussion highlights the interplay between personal experiences and professional roles, advocating for a holistic approach to leadership development.

Takeaways

Being blocked as a leader can manifest in various ways.

Understanding the beliefs behind behaviors is crucial.

Blockers can stem from personal experiences and fears.

The journey of unblocking is ongoing and requires self-reflection.

Leaders often experience multiple blockers at different times.

The seven blockers identified are common among leaders.

Recognizing when beliefs support or hinder leadership is key.

Leadership is about being a whole person, not just a role.

Unpacking the origin of beliefs can lead to better leadership.

Effective leadership requires addressing both behaviors and underlying beliefs.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Leadership Blockages

03:43 Exploring the Seven Blockers

06:39 Unpacking the 'Need to Be Involved' Blocker

09:41 The Impact of Fear on Leadership

11:15 Introduction to Human-Centric Workplaces

11:18 The Importance of Employee Well-Being

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