How to Build Momentum: A Proven Model for Leaders

Decision-making is one of the most important skills in leadership, business, and personal life — yet it’s often messy and overwhelming. Facts, emotions, risks, and possibilities get mixed up, making it hard to see clearly. Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats offers a simple yet powerful solution. This structured thinking method assigns a different “hat” to each perspective: • White Hat = Information & facts • Red Hat = Feelings & intuition • Black Hat = Risks & caution • Yellow Hat = Benefits & opportunities • Green Hat = Creativity & new ideas • Blue Hat = Process & overview By exploring each perspective one at a time, you bring clarity, reduce conflict, and make more confident, well-rounded decisions. This tool is invaluable for leaders, teams, educators, and anyone who wants to improve problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills. 👉 How do you separate logic, emotions, risks, and creativity in your decision-making process? In my latest animated video on BigIdeasGrowingMinds, I explain the Six Hats method and demonstrate how it can be applied to a very practical example: choosing between two career options. https://lnkd.in/d3fEgbFr 📖⭐️ Get the key insights from 50 bestselling books in one beautifully illustrated guide! Grab your copy here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dvPSDyiz Take care and see you soon 📚🧠📖💡 #Bigideasgrowingminds #KnowledgeBouillonCubes #Edwarddebono #6ThinkingHats #Desicions

📘 The Congruent Leader: Build Trust, Lead with Self-Awareness, and Close the Gap Between How You See Yourself and How Others Experience You Author: LeAnne Lagasse of LeAnne Lagasse Coaching and Consulting, LLC Category: Communication in Management   What if the key to becoming a better leader is seeing yourself clearly?   Ever wonder why your leadership isn’t landing the way you intend—even though you’re working hard and genuinely want the best for your team?   Or maybe you’ve received feedback that surprised you, left you questioning yourself, or wondering what others are seeing that you’re not.   If so, you’re not alone.   Even the most well-intentioned leaders find themselves asking:   🤔 Why aren’t my efforts leading to the outcomes I expected? 🤔 What’s standing between me and the results I know I’m capable of? 🤔 Why does leadership feel harder than I thought it would?   Sometimes what feels clear to us isn’t as clear to the people we lead. In fact, there’s often a gap between how we intend to show up and how others experience our leadership.   The Congruent Leader helps you uncover and close that gap—the one that shapes trust, connection, and outcomes more than we realize.   This isn’t a book of quick-fixes or surface-level leadership hacks. It’s a disarming, strengths-based guide to help you lead with more clarity, curiosity, and influence. Through relatable stories, practical tools, and honest reflection, you’ll discover how to:   ✅ Build trust and psychological safety with your team   ✅ Make sense of tough feedback without losing your confidence   ✅ Leverage your strengths with intention   ✅ Uncover and navigate your blind spots with humility   Reading this book feels like sitting down with a trusted coach who knows how to ask the right questions, name the hard truths, and help you move forward. If you’re ready for a book that helps you feel seen, challenges you to grow, and equips you to lead with clarity and confidence—this is it.   📚📔📕📙📓📒📗📘 Lance Scoular 🔹️ The Savvy Navigator 🧭🌐 #amazoninfluencer #book #ad #amazonbooks #fromtheauthorsmouth #Congruent #Leader #Build #Trust   https://lnkd.in/giii5NRc

📘 The Congruent Leader: Build Trust, Lead with Self-Awareness, and Close the Gap Between How You See Yourself and How Others Experience You Author: LeAnne Lagasse of LeAnne Lagasse Coaching and Consulting, LLC Category: Communication in Management   What if the key to becoming a better leader is seeing yourself clearly?   Ever wonder why your leadership isn’t landing the way you intend—even though you’re working hard and genuinely want the best for your team?   Or maybe you’ve received feedback that surprised you, left you questioning yourself, or wondering what others are seeing that you’re not.   If so, you’re not alone.   Even the most well-intentioned leaders find themselves asking:   🤔 Why aren’t my efforts leading to the outcomes I expected? 🤔 What’s standing between me and the results I know I’m capable of? 🤔 Why does leadership feel harder than I thought it would?   Sometimes what feels clear to us isn’t as clear to the people we lead. In fact, there’s often a gap between how we intend to show up and how others experience our leadership.   The Congruent Leader helps you uncover and close that gap—the one that shapes trust, connection, and outcomes more than we realize.   This isn’t a book of quick-fixes or surface-level leadership hacks. It’s a disarming, strengths-based guide to help you lead with more clarity, curiosity, and influence. Through relatable stories, practical tools, and honest reflection, you’ll discover how to:   ✅ Build trust and psychological safety with your team   ✅ Make sense of tough feedback without losing your confidence   ✅ Leverage your strengths with intention   ✅ Uncover and navigate your blind spots with humility   Reading this book feels like sitting down with a trusted coach who knows how to ask the right questions, name the hard truths, and help you move forward. If you’re ready for a book that helps you feel seen, challenges you to grow, and equips you to lead with clarity and confidence—this is it.   📚📔📕📙📓📒📗📘 Lance Scoular 🔹️ The Savvy Navigator 🧭🌐 #amazoninfluencer #book #ad #amazonbooks #fromtheauthorsmouth #Congruent #Leader #Build #Trust   https://lnkd.in/giii5NRc

📘 The Congruent Leader: Build Trust, Lead with Self-Awareness, and Close the Gap Between How You See Yourself and How Others Experience You Author: LeAnne Lagasse of LeAnne Lagasse Coaching and Consulting, LLC Category: Communication in Management   What if the key to becoming a better leader is seeing yourself clearly?   Ever wonder why your leadership isn’t landing the way you intend—even though you’re working hard and genuinely want the best for your team?   Or maybe you’ve received feedback that surprised you, left you questioning yourself, or wondering what others are seeing that you’re not.   If so, you’re not alone.   Even the most well-intentioned leaders find themselves asking:   🤔 Why aren’t my efforts leading to the outcomes I expected? 🤔 What’s standing between me and the results I know I’m capable of? 🤔 Why does leadership feel harder than I thought it would?   Sometimes what feels clear to us isn’t as clear to the people we lead. In fact, there’s often a gap between how we intend to show up and how others experience our leadership.   The Congruent Leader helps you uncover and close that gap—the one that shapes trust, connection, and outcomes more than we realize.   This isn’t a book of quick-fixes or surface-level leadership hacks. It’s a disarming, strengths-based guide to help you lead with more clarity, curiosity, and influence. Through relatable stories, practical tools, and honest reflection, you’ll discover how to:   ✅ Build trust and psychological safety with your team   ✅ Make sense of tough feedback without losing your confidence   ✅ Leverage your strengths with intention   ✅ Uncover and navigate your blind spots with humility   Reading this book feels like sitting down with a trusted coach who knows how to ask the right questions, name the hard truths, and help you move forward. If you’re ready for a book that helps you feel seen, challenges you to grow, and equips you to lead with clarity and confidence—this is it.   📚📔📕📙📓📒📗📘 Lance Scoular 🔹️ The Savvy Navigator 🧭🌐 #amazoninfluencer #book #ad #amazonbooks #fromtheauthorsmouth #Congruent #Leader #Build #Trust   https://lnkd.in/giii5NRc

📘 The Congruent Leader: Build Trust, Lead with Self-Awareness, and Close the Gap Between How You See Yourself and How Others Experience You Author: LeAnne Lagasse of LeAnne Lagasse Coaching and Consulting, LLC Category: Communication in Management   What if the key to becoming a better leader is seeing yourself clearly?   Ever wonder why your leadership isn’t landing the way you intend—even though you’re working hard and genuinely want the best for your team?   Or maybe you’ve received feedback that surprised you, left you questioning yourself, or wondering what others are seeing that you’re not.   If so, you’re not alone.   Even the most well-intentioned leaders find themselves asking:   🤔 Why aren’t my efforts leading to the outcomes I expected? 🤔 What’s standing between me and the results I know I’m capable of? 🤔 Why does leadership feel harder than I thought it would?   Sometimes what feels clear to us isn’t as clear to the people we lead. In fact, there’s often a gap between how we intend to show up and how others experience our leadership.   The Congruent Leader helps you uncover and close that gap—the one that shapes trust, connection, and outcomes more than we realize.   This isn’t a book of quick-fixes or surface-level leadership hacks. It’s a disarming, strengths-based guide to help you lead with more clarity, curiosity, and influence. Through relatable stories, practical tools, and honest reflection, you’ll discover how to:   ✅ Build trust and psychological safety with your team   ✅ Make sense of tough feedback without losing your confidence   ✅ Leverage your strengths with intention   ✅ Uncover and navigate your blind spots with humility   Reading this book feels like sitting down with a trusted coach who knows how to ask the right questions, name the hard truths, and help you move forward. If you’re ready for a book that helps you feel seen, challenges you to grow, and equips you to lead with clarity and confidence—this is it.   📚📔📕📙📓📒📗📘 Lance Scoular 🔹️ The Savvy Navigator 🧭🌐 #amazoninfluencer #book #ad #amazonbooks #fromtheauthorsmouth #Congruent #Leader #Build #Trust   https://lnkd.in/giii5NRc

📘 The Congruent Leader: Build Trust, Lead with Self-Awareness, and Close the Gap Between How You See Yourself and How Others Experience You Author: LeAnne Lagasse of LeAnne Lagasse Coaching and Consulting, LLC Category: Communication in Management   What if the key to becoming a better leader is seeing yourself clearly?   Ever wonder why your leadership isn’t landing the way you intend—even though you’re working hard and genuinely want the best for your team?   Or maybe you’ve received feedback that surprised you, left you questioning yourself, or wondering what others are seeing that you’re not.   If so, you’re not alone.   Even the most well-intentioned leaders find themselves asking:   🤔 Why aren’t my efforts leading to the outcomes I expected? 🤔 What’s standing between me and the results I know I’m capable of? 🤔 Why does leadership feel harder than I thought it would?   Sometimes what feels clear to us isn’t as clear to the people we lead. In fact, there’s often a gap between how we intend to show up and how others experience our leadership.   The Congruent Leader helps you uncover and close that gap—the one that shapes trust, connection, and outcomes more than we realize.   This isn’t a book of quick-fixes or surface-level leadership hacks. It’s a disarming, strengths-based guide to help you lead with more clarity, curiosity, and influence. Through relatable stories, practical tools, and honest reflection, you’ll discover how to:   ✅ Build trust and psychological safety with your team   ✅ Make sense of tough feedback without losing your confidence   ✅ Leverage your strengths with intention   ✅ Uncover and navigate your blind spots with humility   Reading this book feels like sitting down with a trusted coach who knows how to ask the right questions, name the hard truths, and help you move forward. If you’re ready for a book that helps you feel seen, challenges you to grow, and equips you to lead with clarity and confidence—this is it.   📚📔📕📙📓📒📗📘 Lance Scoular 🔹️ The Savvy Navigator 🧭🌐 #amazoninfluencer #book #ad #amazonbooks #fromtheauthorsmouth #Congruent #Leader #Build #Trust   https://lnkd.in/giii5NRc

📘 The Congruent Leader: Build Trust, Lead with Self-Awareness, and Close the Gap Between How You See Yourself and How Others Experience You Author: LeAnne Lagasse of LeAnne Lagasse Coaching and Consulting, LLC Category: Communication in Management   What if the key to becoming a better leader is seeing yourself clearly?   Ever wonder why your leadership isn’t landing the way you intend—even though you’re working hard and genuinely want the best for your team?   Or maybe you’ve received feedback that surprised you, left you questioning yourself, or wondering what others are seeing that you’re not.   If so, you’re not alone.   Even the most well-intentioned leaders find themselves asking:   🤔 Why aren’t my efforts leading to the outcomes I expected? 🤔 What’s standing between me and the results I know I’m capable of? 🤔 Why does leadership feel harder than I thought it would?   Sometimes what feels clear to us isn’t as clear to the people we lead. In fact, there’s often a gap between how we intend to show up and how others experience our leadership.   The Congruent Leader helps you uncover and close that gap—the one that shapes trust, connection, and outcomes more than we realize.   This isn’t a book of quick-fixes or surface-level leadership hacks. It’s a disarming, strengths-based guide to help you lead with more clarity, curiosity, and influence. Through relatable stories, practical tools, and honest reflection, you’ll discover how to:   ✅ Build trust and psychological safety with your team   ✅ Make sense of tough feedback without losing your confidence   ✅ Leverage your strengths with intention   ✅ Uncover and navigate your blind spots with humility   Reading this book feels like sitting down with a trusted coach who knows how to ask the right questions, name the hard truths, and help you move forward. If you’re ready for a book that helps you feel seen, challenges you to grow, and equips you to lead with clarity and confidence—this is it.   📚📔📕📙📓📒📗📘 Lance Scoular 🔹️ The Savvy Navigator 🧭🌐 #amazoninfluencer #book #ad #amazonbooks #fromtheauthorsmouth #Congruent #Leader #Build #Trust   https://lnkd.in/giii5NRc

Currently Reading a Book: How to Decide by Annie Duke I’m diving into a deeply advanced business leadership book by Annie Duke (author of Thinking in Bets and decision making strategist) . This isn’t just a “nice to read” it’s transformative, especially for those of us who view work more like ownership. Here are some of the ideas that are resonating deeply with me: • Treat the business as your own : always look for improvements, speak up, push for better outcomes, even in small tasks. • Trust your line managers and empower them, even when the task seems “outside your role” sometimes cross-functional help is what moves the business. • Don’t waste energy looking back at critics, doubters, or office “noise.” In every workplace there are detractors those who minimize your initiatives or try to pull you down. The book encourages a mindset: “never look back”, keep your focus forward, stay positive, and let your results speak. • Approach every assignment, big or small, as an opportunity to learn, stretch, and deliver more than expected. One line from the book that really struck me (paraphrasing): “There will always be someone trying to drag you back — keep your eyes on the path ahead, smile, and let your work shine.” I truly believe applying these principles will allow me to contribute more meaningfully and help elevate the teams and business I’m part of. If you’ve read How to Decide (or any book by Annie Duke), I’d love to hear which concepts resonated most for you. Also, shoutout to anyone who has great recommendations for the next-level books on leadership, decision-making, or management always eager to learn more. #AlghanimIndustries #BusinessGrowth #ContinuousLearning #CareerDevelopment #Ownership #Teamwork #ProudToBeAlghanim#Leadership #DecisionMaking #PersonalGrowth #BusinessMindset #ContinuousLearning

📚 Spotlight Reads: Luminary Edition - A Story Worth Reading & A Writer Worth Knowing 📚 ✨ Spotlight Book: Game On! Is Management Your Best Career Play? ✍🏻 Author: Joanne Merrick 🔹 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) A resounding 5 stars for its clarity, candor, and career-shaping wisdom. Merrick doesn’t just write—she coaches, challenges, and empowers. Her blend of neuroscience, global leadership experience, and practical exercises makes this book a standout in the career development genre. 🔹 What I Love About It: Game On! is refreshingly honest. It doesn’t glamorize management—it demystifies it. Through real-world scenarios and reflective prompts, Merrick invites readers to assess their readiness, passion, and purpose. It’s not about climbing the ladder—it’s about choosing the right one. 🔹 Why You Should Read It: If you’ve ever asked, “Is management right for me?”—this is your playbook. Whether you're eyeing a promotion or rethinking your path, this book offers clarity, courage, and actionable insight. It’s a career mirror and a leadership compass rolled into one. 🔹 About the Author: Joanne Merrick is a global leadership architect with over 25 years of experience across 22 countries. As founder of The Leadership Recipe, LLC, she’s designed transformative programs for Deloitte, Amazon, and Juniper Networks. Her work fuses neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and cross-cultural wisdom into leadership that lasts. 🔹 Notable Achievements: ➤ Founder of The Leadership Recipe, LLC ➤ Delivered leadership programs across 5 continents ➤ Former executive at Deloitte, Amazon, and Juniper Networks ➤ Expert in neuroscience-based leadership development ➤ Passionate advocate for emotionally intelligent management Let’s amplify this powerful debut—share if you believe leadership begins with self-awareness. Discover Joanne Merrick's "Game On!" here: https://lnkd.in/g6jpJMKF #LeadershipDevelopment #CareerClarity #GameOnBook #JoanneMerrick #ManagementJourney #EmotionalIntelligence #CareerGrowth #LeadershipMatters #WomenInLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #LinkedInReads #BookSpotlight #MentorshipMatters #NeuroscienceLeadership #TransformativeLeadership

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗚𝗲𝗻 𝗭 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗲𝗻 𝗫. And no book written in the 90s will teach you how. I had a consulting call this week with a sharp leader in their late 20s. Midway through the conversation, he said: “I’ve read some of the classics. They don’t work for me.” “Feels like they were written in another universe.” I got tense for a moment. Because my library? It’s got 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟳 𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝘀, 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘-𝗠𝘆𝘁𝗵, 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴. These books shaped how I used to think. But I reassured myself quickly. Because next to them? There’s 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲́, 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁, 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸. I’ve shifted too. Those older books were written for a world built on control, certainty, speed. Where leadership meant: ✔️ Manage the outcomes ✔️ Control the variables ✔️ Scale fast and efficiently But the world changed. And leadership had to change too. Today, it’s about: ✅ Knowing how people 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 ✅ Understanding what's 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 going on ✅ Making it 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲 to say the hard stuff ✅ Catching the tension 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 it explodes But let’s be real. Most leadership books don’t teach you how to 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘮. Or how to stop burning people out with your "motivational" slides. Or how to lead without making the team want to mute you. 📚 These 7 books? They won’t make you perfect. But they might make you tolerable. 📲 Swipe the carousel 🔁 Repost if you’re shifting too 💬 Drop your favorite modern leadership book below #leadership #modernleadership #emotionalintelligence #quietleadership #futureofwork #peoplefirst