The leadership “second mountain"
Author David Brooks talks about the two mountains we climb in life.
The first is about ego and achievement:
getting the great job
building a reputation
achieving success
Many leaders we work with have successfully climbed this first mountain.
They've reached the summit.
And their first reaction is often, "Is this it?"
The view is not as satisfying as they imagined.
This is a critical and often disorienting point in a leader's journey.
And for the organization, a senior leader stuck between mountains is a huge, hidden liability.
Their deep institutional knowledge and experience go dormant.
They stop mentoring the next generation with passion.
They become resistant to bold, long-term initiatives because their personal drive has shifted.
It’s a personal quest for fulfillment.
Focused on unlocking the next, most valuable chapter of your most experienced leader's contribution to the business.
The second mountain is about purpose and contribution:
moving from "what can I get?"
to "what can I give?"
How can I use my success and skills to serve others?
To build a meaningful legacy?
To find a deeper sense of fulfillment?
Our coaching is incredibly powerful for leaders at this stage.
It helps them define what their "second mountain" looks like.
And create an actionable plan to start the climb.
This leads to a profoundly re-energized and purpose-driven leader.
Do you have senior leaders who have conquered their first mountain and are asking "what's next?"
Let's help them find their second.
