Every Thursday, we provide you with a thoughtful way to coach yourself – something all leaders need to do. So take five and enjoy the inspirational quotes and reflect on the questions that follow. 

“… the deepest and most satisfying relationship is based on mutual advocacy. I don’t need to get anything from you. What I’m interested in is you living the best life you can, you achieving a sense of satisfaction and contentment. I’m going to advocate you, because I want your happiness and your well-being.” ~Will Marre’

• As a leader, is it possible for you to take a stance of mutual advocacy with your stakeholders and still get results?
• What might it require for you to believe that you really only want others’ happiness and well being?
• Do those in your circle of influence achieve a sense of satisfaction and contentment at work?
  • What will you do to assure this is so?
  • What will you stop doing to assure this is so?