Last month my question to you was What does wisdom mean to you?

I offered the following definition as a conversation starter: wisdom is being true to yourself in the now regardless of the situation.

Leanne Perryman, a wise leader in people and culture, replied “The nowist approach is something that I’ve been consciously practicing this part year as I’ve focussed on my personal health and wellbeing. I had a mantra that showing up today for myself honours my past self for the work and preparation and planning and honors my future self and the potential and possibilities. To be dissatisfied with today and now is to dishonour my past self who was doing her very best. I need to accept the now and honor my future self by making the most of today, enjoying where I am and planning for tomorrow and beyond.”

Kathy Burgum, a wise leader in transformational leadership replied “My Mum used to say "you have all you need inside of you", meaning wisdom. Only at a later date did I discover what she meant.

I also believe that the ancient teachings tell us that the Shri Yantra, provides the Blueprint of all humanity. We are born, mainly, with everything intact but at that time there is a veil that covers the deeper level of consciousness. It is up to each one of us to discover our true self by uncovering the veil.”

Michael Hoddy, a wise leader in cyber security replied

"I thought I would share this saying from one of the late Malcom Glazer son’s [of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Manchester United FC owners fame].

“After the Bucs’ dominating Super Bowl win, Glazer held the Lombardi Trophy aloft and shared a lesson from family patriarch Malcolm Glazer, who outfoxed George Steinbrenner to purchase the Bucs for less than $200 million about 26 years ago.
“You know, my father had an expression,” Glazer said. “‘If you want to know the road ahead, ask the person who’s been there.’ We found that person."

What does wisdom mean to you?

Hit reply and let me know if you would like to share your feelings in this newsletter next month.

One way that we can be wise is to do everything from love.

Making yourself, your loved one, your friend a cup of coffee, do so from love.

Making yourself a sandwich, do so from love.

Writing a review for a book you've just read, write it from love.

Going into a supermarket, walk with love.

When all our actions emanate from love we are setting a course for love to energise, infuse, and enhance our lives. What could be better than this?

Some folks say to me what's love got to do with business? 

"Everything, is my reply, assuming you want loyal employees, customers, and other stakeholders."

In this 59 seconds video that you can watch here I quote from the Hal David/Burt Bacharach 1960's song 'What The World Needs Now'.

"What the world needs now is love, sweet love
It's the only thing that there's just too little of
What the world needs now is love, sweet love
No not just for some, but for everyone.”

In reality love is everywhere. Perhaps you’re just not noticing it. Maybe you need to give more love in order to receive more love.

The title of Steve Farber’s new book says it all 'Love is Just Damn Good Business: Do What You Love in the Service of People Who Love What You Do.' Get the book yourself here. It's full of case studies about how many highly successful business are doing everything from love.

When I first read 'Do What You Love in the Service of People Who Love What You Do' in Steve's book 'The Radical Leap’, over a decade ago, I stayed silent for what seemed forever. It was a game changer for me. It took me many years to learn to live these words, and many more before it has become a way of life.

To do everything from love sounds soft for some. I've found that it takes a lot of emotional, mental and spiritual toughness.

In my Heart-Leadership book I refer to love as one of eight heart qualities. I reference the Ancient Greeks concept of philia meaning “affectionate regard”. I feel that this is a great place to start if you are new to love in business. Just begin to show through your words and actions affectionate regard for everyone you meet. 

My best advice for leaving a legacy in the now and for leading a highly fulfilling and rewarding life is "Do everything from a place of love." 

What’s your love in business story?

Hit reply if you like to share it here next time.

Become the wise leader you want to be.
Ian

Last week I completed the refreshing and updating of my six self-directed online courses. They are all complimentary. You'll find them all here.