The Art of Self-Leadership

Learn to take control of your own professional destiny and lead yourself through challenging situations In The Art of Self-Leadership: Discover the Power Within You and Learn to Lead Yourself, celebrated workplace culture and employee engagement expert Heather R. Younger delivers an exciting and practical discussion of how to develop an entirely new mindset around personal advocacy and self-leadership. You'll learn how to take control of the workplace experience and set expectations up front about relationships. Younger explains how you can exercise your sphere of control and influence and manage your anxiety and stress with effective techniques. You'll also find: Practical talking points and scripts you can use with your manager—and others—at work Polls, contemporary studies, interviews, personal anecdotes, and practical advice regarding how to be the change you seek at work Strategies for prioritizing self-care, setting realistic goals, and overcoming fear Perfect for professionals, entrepreneurs, employees, contractors, and anyone else doing their best to navigate the new world of work, The Art of Self-Leadership will also prove invaluable to managers, executives, directors, founders, and other business leaders. No more waiting, no more blaming. Learn to lead yourself today!

Preface xi  Introduction: Unveiling Your Golden Core xv  Part I Foundation of Self-Understanding 1  Chapter 1 Understanding Your Intrinsic Worth 3  Chapter 2 Understanding Your Limitations 25  Chapter 3 Understanding Fear 35  Part II Personal Growth and Sustainability 45  Chapter 4 Deciding Between Progress and Perfection 47  Chapter 5 Prioritizing Self-Care 65  Chapter 6 The Three Stages of Empowerment 81  Chapter 7 Keying in on Your Strengths 99  Part III Social Interaction and Influence 111  Chapter 8 Relationship-Building in Action 113  Chapter 9 Leaning into Flexible Thinking 139  Chapter 10 Expect Clear Expectations 155  Chapter 11 Feedback Is a Gift 175  Chapter 12 Use Your Voice and Be Seen 193  Conclusion: Are You Ready and Willing to Become a Strong Self-Leader? 217  References 227  Acknowledgments 231  About the Author 233  Index 235