Author's note ix

Introduction: The vertical growth imperative xi Part I: Developing a vertical growth mindset 1

1 The Mindful Leader Matrix 3

2 Why leaders struggle with walking their talk 13

3 How values help us grow 35

4 Choose your growth values 47

5 Commit to action 63

Part II: Developing self- awareness and resolving the shadow 77

6 The role of mindfulness in personal growth 79

7 How to practise self- awareness 95

8 Overcome numbness and denial 111

9 See and resolve the shadow 123

Part III: Vertical growth in teams and organisations 153

10 Setting and living team and organisational values 155

11 Creating a container of team psychological safety 173

12 Eliminating team triangulation 183

13 Keep the team on track with 200 per cent accountability 189

14 Giving and receiving conscious feedback 205

15 Personal transformation and the hero's journey 221

The Mindful Leader: Vertical Growth Resources 229

Sources 231

Index 235

About the Author

MICHAEL BUNTING is the author of the bestselling title The Mindful Leader and co-author of Extraordinary Leadership in Australia and New Zealand. He and his team help leaders and organisations around the world to fulfill their highest potential.

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