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Leaders, has every leadership training left you feeling drained? In Overcome to Become, we focus on values-based leadership so you no longer feel overwhelmed and under-supported. Listen here to find actionable tips and mindsets you can apply to begin leading yourself. Hi, my name is Dr Angela J Buckley, your host and author of the Likeable Leadership Series. I am a mother, consultant and author.
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In Overcome to Become, we discuss leadership topics that align with the three pillars of character, community and capability to execute. Hello and welcome back to Overcome to Begun. I'm your host, dr Angela J Buckley, and today we are diving into a crucial concept that can transform how you approach opportunities in your life and in your career. We're talking about creating an opportunity, a gate. This season, we have been talking about gates in various forms, shapes, sizes, and how do we maintain boundaries that are slightly sizes and how do we maintain boundaries that are slightly permeable? What is the in and what is the out? And so let's start today with the basics.
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What exactly is an opportunity gate? It's essentially the gift of discernment. An opportunity gate is a mental framework that helps you evaluate opportunities as they come your way. Think of it as a filter or a checkpoint that each opportunity must pass before you decide to pursue it. Now you could be wondering why is having this gate so important In today's fast-paced world, we are bombarded with opportunities and while this can be exciting, it can also lead to overwhelm and burnout if we say yes to everything that comes our way. The opportunity gate helps us make strategic decisions that align with our goals and values. It's about quality over quantity and being selective and intentional with our time and energy. So what are the key elements of an effective opportunity gate?
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There are several crucial questions we should be asking when an opportunity presents itself. One does this opportunity align with my mission, vision and values? Are you ready to transform your leadership style and skyrocket your team's success? Join the Likeable Leadership Accelerator by Dr Angela Buckley. In just eight weeks, you'll master the art of inspiring, motivating and connecting with your team. Learn to foster a positive work environment, boost productivity and become the leader everyone wants to follow. Do more than manage. Lead with confidence. Join the likable leadership accelerator today by booking a call at wwwstrengthinnaturecom. Limited space is available. Two will it move me closer to my goals? Three, what are the potential risks and rewards? Are the potential risks and rewards? Four, do I have the resources, time, energy skills to pursue this effectively? And five, how does this fit with my current commitments and priorities? Not every single one of these answers has to be yes, but it helps you make the decision of what is balanced and what is going to work with you and for you as you move forward.
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Now let's Walk through how you might apply this in a real-life scenario. Say, you're offered a chance to speak at a conference. It sounds exciting, right? But before saying yes, you would want to run it through your opportunity gate. Is public speaking aligned with your career goals? Does the conference's theme match your expertise and values? Will it help you reach your target audience? What's the time commitment and how will it impact your other projects? By answering these questions, you can make an informed decision. This approach can be really helpful when you're talking about preventing over-commitment and burnout. The opportunity gate is as much about learning to say no as it is about saying yes. It's about being selective so that when you do commit, you can give it your all.
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Now how can you start implementing this concept in your life? Start by getting clear on your mission, vision and values. We offer classes in that and we offer workshops in that. If you need help with that. I am here to help you. What are your long-term goals? What's most important to you? Once you have that clarity, create a checklist of questions based on the elements we discussed earlier, and you'll use this checklist every time an opportunity comes your way. With practice, this process becomes more intuitive.
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Of course, there's pitfalls to watch out for when using an opportunity gate. One risk is that you become too rigid or risk adverse. Some opportunities that seem risky or slightly off track can lead to unexpected growth. It's important to leave some room for intuition and calculated risk taking. Also, be careful not to use the gate as an excuse to stay in your comfort zone. Growth occurs on the edge and it requires stepping into the unknown.
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As we wrap up, here's the key takeaway I want you to remember about the Opportunity Gate. It's a tool for empowerment. It's about making conscious choices rather than reacting to every opportunity that comes your way, and by being selective, you're able to focus your energy on what truly matters, leading to greater success and fulfillment in the long run. I want to encourage you to start building your own opportunity gate today. Remember it's not about saying no to everything. It's about saying yes to the right things. You've just concluded an episode of Overcome to Become, a leadership podcast focusing on leading yourself first. Thanks for listening. I'm Dr Angela Buckley, with Creatively Efficient, author of the Likeable Leadership series. To learn more about how to grow in gratitude and leadership, please sign up for my newsletter at wwwstrengthinnaturecom. That's wwwstrengthinnaturecom.
