02.26.09
Get More Energy
Leaders, especially entrepreneurs, expend so much energy each day that they are often left depleted and worn out. With all the tasks leaders juggle it’s important to consider what activities give you the most energy and what activities sap the most energy. Taking a few moments to consider where you get energy, whether it’s meeting with clients or taking 10 minutes for a brisk walk, can help you get through those activities which deplete your energy. Building in activities that give you energy will help you gain extra energy in your day. For those that deplete energy, consider delegating those tasks. I talked about this at the Columbia Women in Business conference last Friday when I was on a panel with Joanna Barsh, a McKinsey partner. Her article, a precursor to her book, on Centered Leadership which touches on the impact of energy flows, is available at mckinseyquarterly.com
