In the latest HCI Webinar, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Lisa Guillot about her book, Find Your Clear Vision, A New Mindset to Create a Vibrant Personal or Professional Brand with Purpose. Below is a summary of the main points from their conversation! Check out the full episode and let us know what you think!
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Quick Recap
Lisa and Jonathan discussed the importance of personal and professional branding, with a focus on the relationship between mindset issues, vision, and the creative process. They also explored the challenges of self-doubt, perfectionism, and the need for consistent iteration in content creation and publishing. Lastly, they touched on the significance of inner platform development for transformational leadership, the potential gendered components of their personal perspectives, and the concept of time paradox in expanding one's energy.
Personal and Professional Branding for Vision
Jonathan and Lisa discussed the importance of personal and professional branding for achieving a clear vision. Lisa, a certified transformational life and leadership coach, highlighted the relationship between mindset issues and product launches, emphasizing the significance of inner trust and a clear vision. She also elaborated on the application of the creative process to cultivate an 'inner platform' for personal branding. Furthermore, Lisa clarified the difference between thought leadership and personal branding, and how a clear vision relates to both.
Personal Branding and Thought Leadership
Lisa and Jonathan discussed the concept of personal branding, with Lisa emphasizing that it's about how an individual presents themselves and interacts with others, both professionally and personally. Jonathan expressed his struggle with self-promotion and finding a balance between adding value and promoting himself. Lisa suggested that thought leadership is about sharing ideas rather than self-promotion and highlighted the importance of inner trust in being an effective thought leader. She also suggested that online platforms, like LinkedIn, could be a space for introverted thought leaders to share their ideas.
Overcoming Self-Doubt and Perfectionism in Content Creation
Lisa and Jonathan discussed the challenges of self-doubt and perfectionism in content creation and publishing. Lisa, as a mindset coach, emphasized the importance of showing up imperfectly and shared her experiences with clients struggling with these issues. They both agreed on the value of consistent iteration and the need to overcome the fear of making mistakes or facing criticism. They also discussed the paradox pattern of aiming for perfection, which can lead to over-polishing and wasting time and resources. Lisa compared the issue to dental hygiene, stressing the importance of consistent effort to avoid problems in the long run.
Inner Platform Development for Leadership Transformation
Lisa and Jonathan discussed the importance of inner platform development for transformational leadership. Lisa emphasized the significance of self-awareness, creative expression, expanded personal energy, and a clear vision as components of the inner platform. She suggested that focusing on the inner platform first, and developing inner trust, can lead to a more authentic and trustworthy outer platform presence. Jonathan agreed, highlighting the importance of inner confidence and alignment for successful launch. They both acknowledged the hard work required in this process and the role of coaches in supporting this inner work.
Gendered Perspectives and Transformational Leadership
Jonathan and Lisa discussed the potential gendered components of their personal perspectives and experiences, and how these might impact their creativity and leadership styles. Lisa emphasized the importance of blending masculine and feminine energy for transformational leadership, and shared her observation that many men she coaches exhibit more feminine energy, while women tend to exhibit more masculine energy. Jonathan agreed with this approach, highlighting the value of integration and balance in various aspects of life.
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