In this video, Sam Latif and I discuss the choice point—how we choose to respond to adversity. Specifically, the benefits and challenges of actively choosing our response in a situation, rather than acting on autopilot.

Sam is Co-Founder & Director at Morgan Latif, a specialist leadership search & development consultancy based on London. Sam asked thought-provoking questions about the choices leaders make in a crisis, the role of a coach, and the existence of free will 😉

Key Takeaways

Freedom comes from our ability to choose our response in each situation.

We cannot change the situation.

We cannot change how others respond to the situation.

We cannot control how we think and feel about the situation.

We can control our behavior—how we respond.

The choice point is how we choose to behave in each situation.

Two habits will help us strengthen our ability to make wise choices:

• Being mindful of our own thoughts and feelings
• Reflecting on what went well, what did not, how we acted and how others reacted

Choosing to act in line with our values is our best bet for long-term success, both on and off the job.