Oct 9, 2020
We are living in a volatile, uncertain and ambiguous world.
Change is the norm and it happens fast.
So, what skills do leaders need to conquer the unknown and find
solutions to complex problems in such a chaotic environment?
Academic research points to creativity as the most important
leadership skill for our time.
Today on Women’s Empowerment School, Sylvia shares her seven
perspectives on creativity, explaining why it’s considered to be
the #1 leadership skill for the 21st century and challenging us to
reflect on how creativity was seen in our families growing up.
Sylvia introduces us to the idea of creativity as a Divine
spark, describing how it helps us heal, teaches us about ourselves,
and challenges us to step outside our comfort zone. Listen in for
insight on creativity’s limitless forms and learn how to leverage
creativity to let your unique voice be heard.
Topics Covered
Sylvia’s seven perspectives on creativity
- Creativity is the #1 leadership skill for the 21st century
- Creativity is our birthright
- In our moments of creativity, we are like our Creator
- The forms of creativity are limitless
- Creativity heals us and educates us about ourselves, our
values, passions, interests and skills
- Creativity challenges us to grow outside our comfort zone,
learn new skills and step into the unknown
- Creativity is your way to express who you are, let your unique
voice be heard and show why you matter
Journal Prompts
- Do you agree that creativity the #1 leadership skill for our
times? Why or why not?
- Do you see creativity as your birthright? Do you consider
yourself to be a creative person? How do you define creativity? How
was creativity seen in your family while you were growing up? What
were your favorite ways of being creative as a child?
- How does the idea of creativity as a Divine spark resonate with
you? How does that connection with the Creator make you feel about
creativity and yourself?
- Do you agree that the forms of creativity are limitless? Where
in your life can you see yourself as being creative? What do you
consider to be creative actions? Why? What actions do you not
consider to be part of your self-expression as a creative human
being?
- How does the idea that creativity heals us resonate with you?
What might creativity teach us about ourselves, our values,
passions, interests and skills?
- How do you feel about the idea of expanding your comfort zone
as a creative act? Why is it important for leaders to grow outside
our comfort zones with clear intention?
- How can you leverage creativity to express who you are and let
your unique voice be heard?
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Email sylvia@becker-hill.com
Resources
IBM Study on Leadership and
Creativity
The Wisdom of Menopause:
Creating Physical and Emotional Health During the Change by
Christiane Northrup, MD
12 Leadership Powers for
Successful Women by Sylvia Becker-Hill
Join Sylvia’s Women Rising Community here: www.becker-hill.com/community.