"Show me your friends ... I'll show you your future!"
A new leadership phrase is making its rounds through workshops, webinars, and conferences. Business and marketplace gurus tell us: “Your vibe attracts your tribe!” They mean that the most important thing for a business leader is no longer the actual business location or work type. What is important for CEOs and other industry leaders is how they dress, talk, and live.
Want to attract young talent? Toss out the suit jacket or tie … start wearing a black t-shirt and ripped jeans to attract younger workers. Take an extended break from the office to attend a silent retreat while spending time in a partially underground 300-square-foot Hobbit-like structure devoid of light. Or move to Mexico so you can combine working remotely with learning to surf!
That leadership phrase, “Your vibe is your tribe,” is partially true: your lifestyle ....