Create Mental Space to be a Wiser Leader

While organisational norms often prioritise rapid execution “doing mode”- the authors argue that impactful leadership also requires a “spacious mode” focused on reflection, presence, and connection.  In a survey of 2,000 middle to senior leaders, 40% said they had no time to plan or prioritise, 24% were too busy to reflect on failures, and 59% described their meetings as rushed. This constant urgency can stifle strategic thinking, innovation, and psychological safety.

To address this, the authors propose the SPACE framework – Safety, People, Attention, Conflict, and Environment, to foster deeper dialogue and awareness.

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