episode 54 - the word is cruise

In this episode of The Word is Leadership, we explore the metaphor of “Cruise” as it applies to leadership and career development.

Is your career a crossing - a direct path with a clear destination - or a cruise, where the journey itself is filled with meaningful stops along the way?

We discuss the psychology of both approaches. A crossing focuses on reaching a destination quickly and efficiently, while a cruise emphasises the value of each experience during the journey.

But what if your career could be a balance of both? Like the iconic Queen Mary 2 crossing, where the journey is as enriching as the destination itself.

As leaders, it’s essential to guide and mentor others, helping them navigate their own career paths without imposing our personal views. Our role is to ensure they have the best journey possible (whether it’s a cruise, a crossing, or a unique blend of both).

We discuss how to foster engagement and create meaningful experiences for your team, making the trip as important as the destination.

Tune in to gain insights on how to approach your leadership journey—and ask yourself this: Crossing or cruise, have you thought about what life can bring on the sea?

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