Getting in tip-top shape requires both physical and mental exercise. Leaders who work hard to get themselves in great shape invest time to challenge themselves physically and intellectually each and every day. Moderate physical exertion, such as weightlifting, bicycling, and rowing, burns about 6 calories per minute on average, while engaging in difficult intellectual tasks, such as working through a complex decision or playing chess, burns roughly 2 calories per minute. On a typical day, leaders burn through about 320 calories just by thinking and conversing with others.
I deal with a large amount of ignorance at my current organization. Examples include supervisors/managers disrespecting employees in departments (some of which they've never been in). A great example is our cart team (aka the crew). Managers (not all, but a decent amount) say it's not a hard job. Intellectually, perhaps not. Thought I would argue the team members need a level yellow or orange in situational awareness (Cooper's model) and possess social and emotional intelligence. Additionally, an ability to communicate effectively is imperative. The physical is where most of it lies. On an average day (according to my Garmin) we do at least ten miles and burn 3500-4500 calories. Not too shabby right?
I haven't read much of Cal Newport's work. I will definitely check it out.
I suspected in rugby we burned a lot of calories. I had no idea, my chess game burns calories too.:)
Another insightful post!
I deal with a large amount of ignorance at my current organization. Examples include supervisors/managers disrespecting employees in departments (some of which they've never been in). A great example is our cart team (aka the crew). Managers (not all, but a decent amount) say it's not a hard job. Intellectually, perhaps not. Thought I would argue the team members need a level yellow or orange in situational awareness (Cooper's model) and possess social and emotional intelligence. Additionally, an ability to communicate effectively is imperative. The physical is where most of it lies. On an average day (according to my Garmin) we do at least ten miles and burn 3500-4500 calories. Not too shabby right?
I haven't read much of Cal Newport's work. I will definitely check it out.
I suspected in rugby we burned a lot of calories. I had no idea, my chess game burns calories too.:)
Thanks for that gem!
I appreciate your time and insight.
Wow - that daily physical activity is very enviable for a desk jockey like me.
Thanks Mikey. As I continue with my undergraduate degree, we'll see where I find myself.
Thanks for the comment!