Patient or Business Leader, it’s the same common sense!

During September / October 2024 I had a serious medical challenge.
During my almost 5 week journey as a patient in Marseille and Eyguieres, I came away with valuable lessons that hold true not only for navigating health challenges but also for leadership and life in general:

 

• Invest in Understanding: Take the time to thoroughly understand the issue at hand—what’s at stake, the procedures, and protocols involved.
• Become a Better Listener and Questioner: Practice asking open-ended and follow-up questions. This skill not only clarifies information but also fosters meaningful dialogue.
• Show Genuine Empathy and Interest: Demonstrate empathy and sincere interest toward those you interact with—or, more accurately, those supporting you. Building this connection helps establish trust with medical staff and support teams.
• Stay Focused on the End Goal: Don’t allow setbacks, disappointments, or unexpected changes to derail you. Keeping a clear vision of the ultimate objective helps maintain direction.
• Seek Daily Positivity: Each day, try to find something positive, no matter how small, and record it in a journal. This reinforces resilience and perspective.
• Prioritize Fitness: Stay as physically and mentally fit as possible. This foundation supports recovery and mental clarity through challenging times.

In the end, these lessons mirror principles that serve anyone well, whether as a patient or simply in daily life. They are grounded in common sense and can be applied widely in virtually every sector—in business, nonprofits, good governance, and beyond.