In this riveting conversation, our host, Cathleen sits down with the inspiring Jones Loflin. Jones masterfully draws parallels between the principles of gardening and leadership, emphasising creativity, space for thinking, and nurturing sustainable growth.

In this episode, you'll hear about the origins of Jones' book Juggling Elephants, born from a casual discussion on life’s circus-like chaos, and Cathleen’s reflections on fostering creativity amidst our busy lives. Together, they tackle the ever-present challenge of balancing work efficiency with your personal life, stressing the importance of intentional habits and mindfulness.

Tune in to discover how to embrace the "gardener mindset" for proactive leadership, learn effective strategies for saying no, and explore how intentionality and small steps can lead to significant personal and professional development.

Episode Timeline:

15:34 Authentic writing comes from lived experiences.

19:36 Helping people identify unmet needs and make necessary changes in their lives and workspaces.

23:31 Storytelling and communication encourages positive change and possibility.

31:05 Surround yourself with encouraging mentors who are a few steps ahead of you.

33:36 Office friendships can create unnecessary pressure.

42:04 An elephant is anything that limits you.

43:38 Leaders aim to improve in key areas.

59:02 Showing palms indicates trust and confidence.

01:10:08 Delegate meetings to empower team members, and gain time.

Key Takeaways:

• Jones Loflin emphasises the importance of adopting a ‘gardener mindset’ for leaders, focusing on creativity, growth, and nurturing sustainable systems rather than merely fixing problems.

• Both Jones and Cathleen discuss the challenge of finding time for creativity and personal development, highlighting the significance of starting small and being intentional in cultivating habits that support free time and balance.

• The episode underscores the value of storytelling and fostering open communication to drive change, with Jones advocating for leaders to delegate decision-making and empower their teams for strategic growth.

ABOUT Jones Loflin

Jones Loflin has made it his life’s work to deliver powerful ideas and practical solutions to individuals around the world so they can achieve more of what is most important to them. His books are described as “illuminating” and his presentations as “unforgettable.” In his 29 years as a speaker and coach he has helped countless people regain confidence in their ability to achieve greater success in work and life.

Connect with Jones:

Business: https://jonesloflin.com/

Linkedin - JonesLoflin.com | LinkedIn

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonesloflin

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Juggling Elephants: https://www.facebook.com/jugglingelephants/

Youtube - Jones Loflin - YouTube

Instagram - Jones Loflin (@jonesloflin)

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonesloflin

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Email: cmc@cathleenmerkelcoaching.com

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