🧭 Week 1: Lead Yourself First

Why leadership starts with presence, not control.

🧐 Why This Matters:

Why Presence Comes First

Harvard researchers found that we spend 47% of our time thinking about something other than what we’re doing. Presence isn’t natural—it’s a skill.

And when leaders are present, team performance improves. Research shows that emotionally attuned leaders create safer, more resilient teams (Goleman, 2013).

📅 Schedule at a Glance

Monday: Intro Video + review the theme

• 🎥 Core Video Clip

Tuesday: Micro-practice text & resource

• 💬 Daily Practice Morning Text: “Today, take 3 slow breaths before entering each meeting”
• Awareness Scan PDF

Wednesday: Leadership Insights Podcast (5-10 minutes)

• 🎧 Leadership Podcast: 10 minute podcast for your morning commute

Thursday: Self-reflection/journaling form

• 🧠 Reflection Prompt & Form Link