Making Shifts in Life Brings Challenge & Opportunities

Patricia Aburdene reminds us that “as individuals grow in consciousness and Spirit, so do the organizations they inhabit.” She further clarifies, “The problem is organizations take longer to change than people do. Why is institutional change more difficult? Because it is so complex. Not only does it require time, vision and leadership, it involves greater number of people, their commitment and the development of a shared purpose. Institutional transformation and families relies on human evolution that grows slowly, then finally hits the mark.”

Even worse, often old tools and outdated methods cause more problems than they solve. It is becoming more and more challenging for persons to lead their family, businesses or organizations; remain a student, themselves, for deeper learnings to sharpen their own skills; and to stay abreast of all the constant changes. Cultural and global challenges abound and provide new horizons for most leaders and organizations. Walking into these waves without getting wiped out or consumed by rip tides is a skill. Learning to read the waves and time behaviors allows one to ride the waves, making the shifts that are needed. Leadership is critical, but the right leadership skills are even more critical regardless of the organization you are in or leading. It is increasingly important in the age of change for leaders not to just do things right, but to do the right things for the new emerging world.”