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And that, in itself, is something worth noticing.<\/p>\n
In a world wired for speed, where productivity is often prized above presence, the most human thing we can do is pause, look someone in the eye, and offer them the gift of our undivided attention. That\u2019s not just good manners. That\u2019s leadership.<\/p>\n
At Co-Creation, we talk a lot about mindset, presence, and culture. But underpinning all of that is this: the moment someone chooses to spend time with you, they’re making an investment. And they\u2019re trusting you with something finite.<\/p>\n
So what are you doing with that trust?<\/p>\n
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Think about it: someone\u2019s time isn\u2019t just a few spare minutes squeezed into a diary. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s a slice of their life, handed to you instead of spent on rest, family, or their own priorities. Whether it’s a coaching session, a feedback conversation, or a walk-and-talk to untangle a messy challenge\u2014when someone gives you time, they’re saying, “You matter to me right now.”<\/p>\n
That\u2019s not transactional. That\u2019s deeply human.<\/p>\n
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As I\u2019ve got older, I\u2019ve noticed something about how I spend my time outside of work. My circle of friends has naturally got smaller. I\u2019m more selective (sorry, not sorry!) about who I spend my spare time with, and I now plan it more intentionally. My calendar has become a way of protecting space for the people who matter most to me.<\/p>\n
A few years ago, my Mum and I were visiting her sister\u2014my Auntie\u2014in Phoenix, Arizona. We were having a lovely lunch on a sunny terrace when my mobile vibrated on the table.
I glanced down, and up flashed a calendar notification: Phone Mum.<\/p>\n
My Mum (not too familiar with mobile tech) looked at me and said, \u201cWhy do you need to phone me? I\u2019m right here!\u201d Before I could mumble an answer, my Auntie burst out laughing and said, \u201cBusted! Annette has a reminder set to call you!\u201d
Mum looked a bit hurt at first, until I asked, \u201cDo you like it when I call you?\u201d<\/p>\n
She nodded and said, \u201cYes, of course.\u201d
\u201cWell,\u201d I replied, \u201cif it wasn\u2019t in my calendar, Mum, it might never happen!\u201d<\/p>\n
We all laughed, but the truth is, it stuck with me. Not because I got caught out, but because it reminded me that even with people we love, our attention isn\u2019t guaranteed. <\/p>\n
We have to choose it.
Make room for it.
Protect it.
Honour it.<\/p>\n
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As we all know, it\u2019s easy to show up physically but still be somewhere else entirely, scanning emails, half-listening, already onto the next thing. But when you really<\/strong> show up for someone, something shifts.<\/p>\n They feel seen<\/strong>. They feel heard<\/strong>. They feel valued<\/strong>.<\/p>\n And as any leader knows, those feelings are the foundation of trust, performance, and belonging<\/strong>. <\/p>\n Being present doesn\u2019t require more hours in your day. It just asks that, when you\u2019re with someone, you\u2019re with<\/strong> them. Fully.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s not how much time you give\u2014it\u2019s how much of you you bring to the time you have<\/strong><\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Why Change Feels Threatening” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_2_font_size=”24px” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||15px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ border_style_all=”double” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#B3BBC8″ border_style_bottom=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n The leaders I remember most aren\u2019t the ones with the fancy slides or the greatest job title. They\u2019re the ones who made me and others, feel like we mattered.<\/p>\n That\u2019s what happens when you treat time<\/strong> as a gift<\/strong> rather than a given<\/strong>.<\/p>\n So if you\u2019re leading a team, here\u2019s something to try this week:<\/p>\n These small, intentional actions create a ripple effect. Because when your team sees that you value their time and yours they start doing the same for each other.<\/p>\n Presence spreads. And so does respect.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Building Self-Awareness and Resilience” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_2_font_size=”24px” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||15px||false|false” border_style_all=”double” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#B3BBC8″ border_style_bottom=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n When you give someone your time\u2014really give it, without agenda\u2014you do more than support them. You inspire them. You remind them that what they\u2019re saying, feeling or wrestling with matters.<\/p>\n That\u2019s leadership in action<\/strong>. Not in a handbook<\/strong>, but in a heartfelt and authentic way<\/strong>.<\/p>\n And here’s the bonus: when you lead this way, others follow. Time-given creates time-gifted in return. You shape a culture where generosity, curiosity and connection are part of the everyday rhythm. A team that feels this from you will be more likely to offer it to each other and to your clients, your stakeholders, and themselves.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”What Leaders Can Do” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”||||||||” header_2_font_size=”24px” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||15px||false|false” border_style_all=”double” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#B3BBC8″ border_style_bottom=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This week, I\u2019d encourage you to notice who\u2019s giving you the gift of their time<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Ask yourself:<\/p>\n And when you find someone who\u2019s made space for you in their packed world, please say thank you. Out loud. With intention.<\/p>\n Because the people who give us their time? They\u2019re shaping who we are, moment by moment.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s make those moments count.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Time is the one thing we can never get back, yet we give it away constantly. And that, in itself, is something worth noticing. 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And who are the ones you keep<\/strong> giving your time to, even though it only ever leaves you drained?<\/strong> This isn\u2019t about being unkind. It\u2019s about being honest. If someone consistently brings only negatives and no growth, maybe it\u2019s time to gently but firmly reduce how much space they take up.
Your energy is finite. Use it wisely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nGiving Time, Growing Trust<\/h3>\n
Your Leadership Challenge<\/h3>\n
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