Finding Balance, Being a Great Leader, & Having The Energy to Get it all Done!
Speaking about being a great leader, while taking care of yourself, at Crystal Springs Resort
“On behalf of the Makor Team, Thank you Peter!”
Dear Friend,
Let me know if you can relate;
Do you ever feel like you help others so much it’s challenging to take care of yourself? In other words, finding balance.
What about managing/trying to help a colleague/family member who’s being difficult while staying your best self?
Or having the energy and focus to accomplish what you must, while enjoying doing it, and still having something left in the tank for family and the weekend?
These are just some of topics that came up during a leadership presentation I gave to the excellent people of Makor Management at the one of a kind, Crystal Springs Resort.
BTW- I loved working with Makor. You hear about some companies committing to putting their people first. Well, Makor does. That’s why they asked me to help inspire their people while reminding them they where the company’s most valuable asset.
And working with the Crystal Springs team is always awesome! If your company is looking to do a game changing retreat/off-site, they’re the perfect place for team building as well as dreamy getaways, golf, dining, weddings, and so much more. I definitely recommend them! Message me for contact.
Now, read below to find balance, how to lead/help “difficult” people, and the energy to get it all done.
All My Best,
Peter
Testimonial
"We recently enlisted Peter to kick off our week-long leadership conference with a motivational message. During our pre-event meeting, Peter took the time to learn about our company and our vision for our team leaders. He listened thoughtfully, asked questions and reiterated what he heard us say throughout the conversation. My past experiences with "motivational messages" have really just been an over dramatic, "just be positive" pep talk...but this one was different. The presentation was a well-rounded roadmap to identifying vision, personal responsibility to achieve the vision, and practical examples to execute the vision. The message was relational with Peter's experience and personal examples woven in. The proof of the success of the message really came afterward as individuals shared a myriad of takeaways, all different and personally applied. That is the true success of a message, where one voice speaks to the uniqueness of many hearts and minds. On behalf of the Makor Team, Thank you Peter!"
Karen Young- Regional Manager, Makor Management
Balance, Leadership, Energy
Slowing down, decreasing stress, finding balance
Finding Balance
I knew I was in the right room when the first question came from one of the owners sitting in the audience, “How can we balance work and life?” That was perfect segue- One of the powerful secrets I share with my client’s employees is how to succeed at work while thriving at home. Here’s what I shared;
Balancing work and home- Asking my audience to think about who and what they love, then, what they can love about their work, connects in their mind personal and professional goals/pleasures.
Home and work happiness do not have to be mutually exclusive, gained by sacrificing one for the other. This is a powerful psychological exercise that changes perspectives, work performance, and lives.
Ie- I try and direct my audience to this conclusion- One can work hard at the office because they love their family and want to provide for them. This can give deeper meaning to any work.
One way they provide for those they love is by taking care of themselves. (If you’re sick and tired, you can’t help anyone).
Sometimes we’re asked to do things we don’t like at work, but if we know who we are (purpose), and why we work hard (meaning), it’s possible to get inspired regardless of work. We can be passionate about almost anything as long as we come up with a compelling enough reason to do so.
Stress reducing exercise- Besides feeling underappreciated, one of employees biggest complaints is feeling stressed.
This stress (anxiety) reducing exercise takes seconds to do and helps clear your mind, lower blood pressure, and gets your brain back online. Find it here
research shows, if we don’t get out of anxiety mode, we can’t be our best selves personally, or professionally, and accomplish what we want.
Communication is an art form that can help you inspire and lead your people.
Leading People
In our professional and personal roles, we often have to lead people. Sometimes those people can act in a difficult way, making it challenging to keep our cool and stay focused on the task at hand. Here are some strategies to help;
Listen to what’s really being said.
If someone say’s I “can’t” or “won’t” do “this” what might they really be saying?
Perhaps there are experiencing self doubt, feeling resentful, or unappreciated. Maybe their projecting their negative feelings onto you, affecting your goals as a leader.
A good leader listens to what is really being said, and before reacting, acknowledges, then asks more questions for clarity.
Ie “It sounds like..” and then repeat back what was shared. Asking questions demonstrates you’re listening (you care). This can be enough to disarm an upset person, helping them get back to their best self sooner than later.
Ie “Do you have a solution?” Engaging employees/children in the solution distracts from their resistance. Being part of the team and helping find a solution gives people a feeling of value and self worth.
Getting everyone standing, playing inspiring music, and directing their thoughts toward greatness!
Unlimited Energy
You may have read in my previous posts that physical energy only comes from one place, food. But there is another type of energy, I call it spiritual energy- the kind that comes from tapping into ones purpose, where we find meaning and fulfillment.
Want more physical energy? Eat real food- vegetables, fruit, meat in as whole a form as possible, and not too much (1200-1800 cals per day, unless you’re an Olympian :-)
Energy sappers/focus frustrators= fast food, preservatives, hormones, antibiotics, nitrates, high fructose corn syrup, pesticides, artificial additives (If you’re eating these regularly it’s near impossible to be your best).
I get my audiences standing, play some vibing music, and direct them toward finding their best selves. (Spiritual energy/purpose)
You can do this anywhere- the car, bedroom, taking a walk- just get your playlist pumping and direct your mind to the great things you want in life (no negative thoughts allowed!)
Each of us has greatness within us. We just need helping connecting to it. Thoughts, the food we eat, the way to move our bodies, the people we associate with, can help us be our best!
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About Peter Kofitsas MS, PT
Testimonial
“Peter delivered what was by far the best one-hour presentation that our audience has ever seen. Full of energy, entertainment and mind-altering knowledge, he helped set the stage for all of us to rethink our daily habits. His session may honestly be the best I’ve ever attended, the perfect blend of knowledge and showmanship! He conducted a health and wellness session during our Mazda USA’s Northeast Region 2023 Field Meeting. Peter’s presentation was informative, enlightening, and entertaining. He used examples that resonated with all attendees and provided information we could all use in our everyday lives. He is an excellent speaker who got the audience engaged and excited.”
Deb Eliopoulos, Manager, Regional Marketing, Mazda North American Operations
PROFESSIONAL
Peter Kofitsas MS, PT is a Speaker, Author, International Life & Health Coach, Culinary Nutritionist, Physical Therapist, Food/Restaurant Consultant, and former Scholarship Football Athlete. He’s also been called, “The Missing Link” in employee wellbeing. As an expert for the media, he has appeared on ABC, FOX, MSN, TLC, and in Fitness magazine. He’s the author of 3 books, including, Shop, Cook, Eat. He’s also the creator of the 5 Minutes to Fitness+ Program, a revolutionary lifestyle program for achieving optimal health which has been featured on QVC and FOX. He’’s been helping companies assist their employees in being healthier and finding balance during the Covid- 19 pandemic.
CV
Nutrition Degree, Magna Cum Laude, Montclair State University
Physical Therapy degree, Master of Science, New York Medical College
College Lecturer- nutrition, exercise, physical therapy, kinesiology
Creator- 5 Minutes to Fitness+, Fit Friends’ Revolution
Author; Shop, Cook, Eat, Core Energy Program, & Live Better Journal
Food/Restaurant Consultant- Hospitality Training, Sustainable Menu Design, Recipe Development
Client List / Appearances
GE • Goldman Sachs • KPMG • Verizon • Metropolitan Museum of Art • Sony • UPS • Quest Diagnostics • Whole Foods • Louis Vuitton • Moët Hennessy • Working Mother • Kellari Group • Serafina Group • China Grill Management • Union Square Hospitality Group • The Episcopal Church • St Barnabas Health Care Systems • HDMS • Grocery Haulers • NY Staffing Assoc • Assoc of Health Care Recruiters
