Reflections of a Cowboy
A book of hope for anyone who feels stuck and for those who have ever believed that they’re not enough.
Throughout Reflections of a Cowboy I share some of what I was subjected to during my childhood and how it shaped my life, holding me back from being the person I always wanted to be. Displaying true vulnerability I show how I have slowly turned the tide by continually battling with the negative self-talk that controlled me for years.
Filled with lived experiences and practical tips and suggestions to help you take control of your emotions, this book of hope will be a friend when you need one, offering the support you need to value yourself and to live a life on your terms where flourishing is the norm.
I wrote Reflections of a Cowboy to help individuals help themselves by sharing my lived experiences and lots of self-coaching ideas. Whilst writing it I realised that many people who may benefit from my reflections will never read it for a variety of reasons and so the idea of writing How to Lead with CARE was born.
How to Lead with CARE has been written with the intention of helping leaders (in name and attitude) to approach conversations and deal with sensitive issues in a way that will not only show the person you’re talking to that you care, but will also empower you to get the stuff done that needs to be done, whilst being kind to yourself and those around you. By following my CARE© principles and my simple three-step framework you’ll be able to build and maintain trusting relationships and carry out your leadership and management commitments compassionately, authentically, reliably, and ethically regardless of the situation.
How to Lead with CARE
And why it matters to you, your teams, and your organisation.
This book is for leaders who want to do the right thing; who want to be themselves; who understand that trust is the foundation to strong working relationships, and who want to treat others with kindness and compassion; but who may struggle at times to find the balance between their expectations of themselves and others, the needs of the person in front of them, and the wants of the business. The book is designed to help you to recognise and build on what’s going well for you, whilst introducing some guiding principles that will help you to fill any gaps where you may feel less than comfortable.
If you’re interested in creating and positively contributing to an environment where everyone feels understood, supported, and capable of facing tough times together; and becoming a better ally for your team during life’s difficult moments then read on because How to Lead with CARE© might be just the book you’ve been waiting for.
