Leadership
December 6, 2022

Tap Into The Bossaura: A 6-Step Action Plan for CEOs

Maximize your leadership potential with Jung-inspired strategies for peak performance and purposeful self-management.

Tap Into The Bossaura: A 6-Step Action Plan for CEOs

Unlocking the Spirit - An Introduction

As a CEO, company owner, or leader, your ability to perform at the highest level is crucial for your success and the success of your organization. In this guide, we will explore practical strategies and techniques to help you manage yourself effectively, stay on track, and achieve your goals. Drawing inspiration from the renowned psychologist Carl Jung, we'll delve into the power of task lists, leveraging the past, future visioning, the Trinity work plan, documentation and revision, the art of building blocks, and finding purpose and identity. By implementing these strategies, you'll simplify your life and amplify your ability to perform at your peak potential.

  • Effective Self-Management
  • Improved Decision-Making
  • Clear Future Vision
  • Fulfilled Work Approach
  • Enhanced Performance

1. Harnessing the Power of Task Lists

A task list serves as your compass, guiding you through your daily activities. Just as Carl Jung emphasized the importance of individuation, where one integrates their conscious and unconscious aspects, the task list helps you integrate your actions and priorities. Assign specific time frames to each task, creating a structure that aligns with your goals. By utilizing the task list effectively, you can prioritize tasks and avoid the pitfalls of busyness without productivity, leading to greater success and fulfillment.

Your Next Steps:

  1. Make a list: Write down all the things you need to do on a piece of paper or use a special app on your computer or phone.
  2. Set priorities and timeframes: Decide which tasks are the most important or need to be done first. Put those at the top of your list. Assign a specific time for each task, like going to the gym or doing homework. This helps your inner being prepare and know how much time to dedicate to each task.
  3. Break it down: Big tasks can be overwhelming, so divide them into smaller, easier-to-do parts. It's like taking a big puzzle and breaking it into smaller pieces.
  4. Focus on one thing at a time: Instead of trying to do many things at once, concentrate on finishing one task before moving on to the next. It helps you stay organized and do a better job.
  5. Update and celebrate: Every day, review your list, add new tasks if needed, and check off the ones you've completed. When you finish a task, give yourself a pat on the back or do something fun to celebrate your achievements.

2. Learning from the Past, Developing for the Future

As Carl Jung highlighted the significance of exploring the depths of the unconscious mind, we too can delve into our past experiences. Reflect on both successes and failures, analyzing what worked and what didn't. This introspective process allows for personal growth and development, enabling you to refine your approach and make informed decisions. Simultaneously, channel your energy into envisioning the future.

Create a vision board that goes beyond superficial desires and captures your deepest aspirations. Use digital tools like Photoshop to superimpose your face into scenarios that represent your goals, such as placing yourself in the car you aspire to own. This visual representation strengthens your connection to your vision, igniting motivation and guiding your actions.

“Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.”

Your Next Steps:

  1. Think daily about the things you did the day before: Take some time to remember the things you did in the past, both the good things and the not-so-good things. What did you learn from those experiences? This helps you become better.
  2. Figure out what worked and what didn't: Look closely at the things you did that went well and the things that didn't go so well. What made you successful? What mistakes did you make? Understanding these things will help you make better decisions in the future.
  3. Imagine your future and feel like you're already there: Picture in your mind what you want your future to be like. It's not just about wanting things that look nice, but also about how you feel inside. Create a special vision board with pictures that show your goals. Use a computer program to put your face into those pictures, like you're already there. When you look at those pictures, try to feel like you're really there, experiencing that future. This makes you feel more relaxed, motivated and determined.
  4. Stay excited and motivated: Keep your special board in a place where you can see it every day. Let it remind you of your goals and the future you want to have. When you feel less excited, look at your special board and imagine yourself being in those pictures. Remember why you wanted those things and believe that you can make them happen. This helps you stay focused and determined.
  5. Take action and make things happen: Use what you learned from the past and the excitement from your special board to guide your actions in your present. Start taking small steps towards your goals. Remember that you already feel like you're in that future, so let that feeling push you to do things. You’re a business owner or a CEO of a global company - what is this person doing on a daily basis? Dreams come true when we work as if we’re at the end stage already.

3. The Trinity Work Plan

Drawing from Jung's concepts of the ego, personal unconscious, and collective unconscious, we can design our own Trinity work plan.

This plan comprises three vital components: status work, network work, and health/appearance work.

a. Status work: Embrace your role as a leader and dedicate time to strategic planning, decision-making, and addressing high-priority matters. Stay attuned to industry trends, utilizing the collective unconscious of knowledge and expertise to maintain a competitive edge.

b. Network work: Nurturing relationships is essential for long-term success. Cultivate meaningful connections by engaging with influential individuals, seeking collaborations, and tapping into the collective unconscious of ideas and opportunities. Your network will provide support, guidance, and access to valuable resources.

c. Health/appearance work: Recognize the significance of the mind-body connection, as emphasized by Jung's holistic approach. Prioritize self-care by exercising regularly, maintaining a balanced diet, and getting sufficient rest. Additionally, present yourself with confidence and authenticity, as your appearance plays a role in how others perceive and interact with you.

4. Document and Revise

Jung emphasized the importance of introspection and self-reflection. Following his lead, maintain a record of your daily activities, thoughts, and decisions. This documentation serves as a mirror, allowing you to review and evaluate your progress objectively. Regularly revise your documented days, identifying patterns and areas for improvement. Adopt a growth mindset, embracing change and discarding strategies that no longer serve you while amplifying those that yield positive results.

5. The Art of Building Blocks

Jung's theory of individuation resonates with the concept of building blocks. Break down complex tasks and projects into manageable components, just as he explored the integration of various psychological elements. Develop a step-by-step plan, identifying the specific building blocks required to accomplish each task. See your life and the life of others in building blocks - like Lego. By focusing on one block at a time, you'll mitigate overwhelm and enhance productivity. Embrace the uniqueness of your own building blocks, adapting them to your specific situation and expertise, fostering a personalized path to success. Think of yourself as a machine that runs with an engine. Every part of you needs to be maintained and optimized so that the machine can run powerful and fast like a Bugatti.

6. Finding Purpose and Identity

Jung's work on the self and the individuation process aligns with the search for purpose and identity. Discover your "why" – the deeper reason that drives your ambition and fuels your passion. If you can't find your why, turn to the only figure that has been relevant for millennia - God. Practise praying. Ask for guidance. You will feel better when you have someone to share your deepest fears and concerns with. This feeling will enable you to surrender your baggage to someone. To do this, you need to get involved and act in an almost "childlike" way. With the newfound energy and the psychological baggage shed, you will find the answers you seek. There is no doubt about it.

Cultivate a mindset that resonates with your purpose, allowing you to wake up each morning with enthusiasm and direction. Embrace your authentic identity, integrating your personal and professional aspects. By aligning with your purpose and embracing your true self, you'll perform at the highest level consistently.

Last Words

Becoming a high-performing CEO or leader requires a holistic approach to your self. By implementing the strategies discussed in this guide – harnessing the power of task lists, creating a compelling vision board, adopting the Trinity work plan, documenting and revising, embracing the art of building blocks, and finding purpose and identity – you will simplify your life and scale your ability to perform at the highest level. Remember, like Jung's individuation process, success is a journey of self-discovery and continuous growth. Unlock your inner Bossaura and achieve remarkable outcomes.