title: Finding the Space to Lead: A Practical Guide to Mindful Leadership
author:  Janice Marturano 
description: Mindfully leading means exactly that: paying attention to and embracing the four qualities that result in managerial excellence: focus, clarity, creativity, and compassion. More than that, explains Marturano, a former General Mills executive who established the Institute for Mindful Leadership, its the path to finding the space to think and to emote during this age of ever-growing distractions. Dont dismiss her words or her exercises. For instance, installing the habit of removing yourself from laptop, smartphone, e-mail, and other modern mandates has proven to drive positive results. Not only reduced stress but also a more resilient mind and body equip leaders with a purpose, with authenticity, and true empathy in serving others. Each chapter and its exercises start with a simple 10-minute intentional pose and graduate to a recognition of the inspiration needed to guide others. Changing the ways we see and feel can have real human impact on the corporations and businesses we work for and with, thanks to the authors passion for self-awareness and meditation. --Barbara Jacobs
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  How to Lead: Discover the Leader Within You
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  Contents
  Module 1: The Meaning of Leader