Route Recalculated: Discovering Possibility Through Coaching

Picture this: You're a seasoned business traveler, familiar with every step of the journey - from packing your bag, traveling to the airport, parking in your spot and sipping your favorite beverage just in time to board the plane. It's a well-oiled machine, a routine you've perfected over time!

But what happens when a disruption throws a wrench into your carefully crafted plans?

The world of business travel - where routines reign supreme, but disruptions can lead to unexpected challenges is akin to lessons in people, life and business.

I recently found myself in such a situation. Houston morning traffic is already a beast and an accident threatened to derail my meticulously planned travel schedule.

Panic started to creep in. I calculated the potential delays and the ripple effect it could have on my entire day. Not to mention an eager client and important work on the other side.

But then, like a beacon of hope, came an outside voice and perspective – my trusty GPS.

In a moment of clarity, I realized that much like navigating through traffic, navigating through life and leadership often requires an external perspective.

My GPS helped uncloud my thinking and showed me a new route. It consisted of a scenic detour that ultimately got me to the airport even earlier than anticipated.

We all have our default patterns and ways of thinking, comfortable routines that keep us on track but can also blind us to new possibilities. It's in those moments of disruption that we need someone to challenge us, to help us see beyond the familiar and embrace change.

A leadership coach is essential to offering fresh insights and alternative routes to success.

Think about it: if professional athletes have coaches to push them beyond their limits and fine-tune their performance, why shouldn't we have coaches for the game of life?

Leadership coaches provide the guidance, support, and accountability we need to level up our leadership skills and navigate the twists and turns of our professional and personal Leadership Journeys.

So, fellow travelers and leaders, the next time you find yourself stuck in a travel routine or facing a disruption in your plans, remember the lessons learned from the road.

Embrace change, seek outside perspectives, and don't be afraid to enlist the help of a leadership coach to guide you on your path to success.

Until next time, safe travels and happy leading!