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A Mile Deep with Benjamin Owen

Why you're not implementing - Part 1

Aug 13, 2024
Dusan Djukich, author of 'Straight Line Leadership', joins to tackle the issue of leaders stuck in the 'knowing-doing' gap. He introduces the concept of 'Circle people', those who see their challenges as unmanageable and end up busy without making progress. Dusan emphasizes transforming mindset to break free from these barriers. He offers practical insights on moving visions into actionable steps, urging leaders to confront their personal obstacles to achieve true productivity.
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Quick takeaways

  • Adopting a 'Circle person' mindset hampers implementation by fostering beliefs that problems are unsolvable, discouraging proactive solutions.
  • Many leaders confuse busy work with productivity, emphasizing the need for clear goals and accountability to drive meaningful results.

Deep dives

Understanding the Circle Stance

A circle stance refers to the belief that problems are unsolvable, leading individuals to avoid taking action. People who adopt this mindset often perceive their challenges as unique and insurmountable, which diminishes their motivation to find solutions. For instance, if someone feels that their business issues or personal relationships are hopeless, they won't invest effort into resolving them. This belief can prevent individuals from even attempting to tackle their problems, as they wait for complete certainty that a solution exists before they act.

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