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Executive Vice President, Chief People & Culture Officer hos Hempel A/S
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An important life lesson from my 14-year-old daughter - the most important is the learning..
When I am not at work at Hempel, much of my spare time is spent with my youngest daughter Emilie and her horses. I’ve perfected the art of shoveling manure, and most weekends now, I’m the chauffeur to go to competitions. 😅 She has set an ambitious goal for herself: competing in a 4-day international jumping competition this November. To get ready, it takes many hours in the saddle, building their fitness, and practice by participating in many smaller competitions.
At one of them a few weeks ago, she reminded me of something so important, both in a work context and life in general. Focus on the learning – always – and not only on the win.
It was a cross-country/military competition and a track unfamiliar to her. Quite quickly, things didn’t go so well. She had several refusals (stops) on one of the first jumps. Three stops disqualify you, and sure enough, she was disqualified. Since she always rides to get a ribbon/top position, I was watching from a distance, awaiting her reaction. Would she be upset? Cry? Be angry? 😐 None of the above. She was fortunately allowed to complete the track, getting the practice of riding it. There were several additional refusals; her horse was nervous and hesitant in the unfamiliar terrain. When she got close to where I was standing, pride filled me as all I could hear were her loud, encouraging, and positive comments to her horse; calming him and praising him for being a good boy when he did a jump or successfully maneuvered obstacles. Her positive tone and encouragement carried him all the way through the course, eventually completing all jumps and obstacles. 🏇 Meeting her after the finish, she had a beaming smile on her face and exclaimed: “Mom, did you see?! We completed the whole course, and I managed to coach him through it even though he was so nervous!” 😃 Yes, I saw… And I heard her all the way. 😍 I asked if she was upset about the disqualification, to which she looked at me like I was crazy (rightfully so) and said, “No! Because it was such good learning for both him and me! Now, I am better prepared next time!” 💪
Maybe she will win next time - maybe not. But she reminded me that a learning mentality, like the one she demonstrated that day, is the strongest foundation for a healthy winning mentality. If that foundation of eagerness to learn is not there, one day, the winning mentality will simply not be enough...
Thank you for reminding me, Emilie. ❤️
(Pics are from her ride that day)
The power of holiday breaks – ensure they are exactly what YOU need
When I come back from vacation, I'm bubbling with energy, and this year is no different. 🔋 And how we recharge may be very different. The perfect approach can be a trip to a big city, climbing a mountain or diving into a novel while soaking up the sun. Others prefer to stay at home surrounded by their family or friends. 😎📚🚵♂️⛱🍝
Knowing what works for YOU is essential. Avoid too many compromises that would drain energy instead if adding. Be selfish! Charging your personal power bank also benefits the people around you. Ask yourself: how do I rightfully balance my own needs with those around me? Do my plans include activities that add to my energy also? Have we had those talks as a family, shared what is important to each one of us? 👪
My own experience is that especially for mothers (previously myself included), a holiday is simply managing the family logistics, just in a different location. Time off should be more than that but our personal need to recharge is often hidden in the art of compromise and putting others’ needs before our own. And that may not be the right decision in the long run.
Taking a well-deserved break is not a luxury; it’s essential for our mental and physical well-being and a prerequisite for our personal development. It allows us to gain clarity and check-in with ourselves, an opportunity to unplug from our daily routines and connect to things that inspire and motivate us. 🎀 It can lead to renewed creativity and productivity returning to work and allow us to reflect on our balance and personal priorities. 🔮
I have very specific demands of my own vacation time. I need to get physically away, in nature with very few people or noises around me, and hyperfocus on my passion, wildlife photography. 📸 The more remote the better - 12 hours of focusing on spotting wildlife will recharge my mind like nothing else. 🔌
Often, my destination is East Africa, a region that holds a special place in my heart. It is the perfect place for me to combine my passion with a chance to pause, reflect, and recharge. Fully immersed in the moment behind the camera, this is when my thoughts are most constructive, and I have the peace and time to let my thoughts wander. 💡💭💗 It isn’t just about taking a break; it’s about returning to work reenergized, with a sharper focus and fresh perspectives. 🙌
I hope many of you have had the opportunity to recharge your batteries or will have in the weeks to come. We benefit from resting, and coming back to work with renewed energy contributes to a healthier, more vibrant, and efficient workplace culture for all our colleagues. 🌱
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