Most leaders can recite every misstep but struggle to name what they did right. That imbalance isn’t a personal flaw; it’s the brain’s negativity bias. We dig into how that bias distorts self-perception and culture, and we offer a practical, repeatable way to rebalance your attention so you can lead with clarity and confidence.
Lois shares her path through 25 years of leadership coaching, including lessons from early mentors who shaped her belief that real growth depends on what we remember.
Using the lens of remembrance, we explore why focusing only on mistakes creates a skewed narrative, how it erodes resilience, and why teams mirror the leader’s attention.
Then we get tactical: a three-question journaling practice that takes ten minutes, turns reflection into action, and builds an evidence base you can revisit when doubt creeps in.
You’ll learn how to capture specific wins, examine challenges without self-criticism, and translate insights into next steps.
We also map the payoff of journaling over time: clearer success patterns, stronger decision-making, and a culture that celebrates progress while addressing gaps.
Expect concrete examples of phrasing entries, a weekly review ritual to surface themes, and guidance for using your notes in coaching, performance conversations, and strategic planning.
If you’re ready to move from replaying problems to replicating what works, this conversation will equip you with a simple tool to shift your leadership trajectory.
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