As we close out a month of focusing on reflection, we’re excited to share some excellent reads on the topic. The first two present slightly different angles on WHY reflection is an essential leadership practice. The latter two provide advice about HOW to reflect in a way that is productive and inspires growth. Happy reading! We’d love to hear your reactions to these articles.
1. Why You Should Make Time for Self-Reflection (Even If You Hate Doing It), by Jennifer Porter
https://hbr.org/2017/03/why-you-should-make-time-for-self-reflection-even-if-you-hate-doing-it
2. How Self-Reflection Can Make You a Better Leader, by Harry Kraemer
https://insight.kellogg.northwestern.edu/article/how-self-reflection-can-make-you-a-better-leader
3. The right way to be introspective (yes, there’s a wrong way), by Tasha Eurich
https://ideas.ted.com/the-right-way-to-be-introspective-yes-theres-a-wrong-way/
4. Knowing the Difference Between Reflection and Rumination Can Help You Better Manage Your Negative Thoughts, by Jessica Hicks
