Courage with core values.
Building Courage: Insights from Louise Francis of FrancisKnight
Every week, I ask my Brave New Girls podcast guests how they define courage. This week, Louise Francis, co-founder of the award-winning public art consultancy FrancisKnight, shares a thoughtful and empowering perspective on what courage means to her.
For Louise, courage is deeply tied to trusting her gut instincts, especially in challenging times when uncertainty or crisis can cloud judgment. She explains:
"Our courage comes back to trusting our gut instincts with our work. Sometimes you can lose that when you're in a bit of a crisis point, but it's really important to come back to trusting our gut instincts."
Louise also emphasizes the importance of aligning courage with core values. For FrancisKnight, these values became a guiding light during tough times in their business. She describes the principles that anchor their work:
Engagement: Collaborating with artists as a team and sharing knowledge generously.
Creativity: Fostering new ways of seeing and connecting people through art.
Value: Recognizing and honoring the contributions of everyone they work with.
Curiosity: Challenging perceptions through meaningful conversations.
Bravery: Having the courage to innovate and stand firm in their vision.
These principles not only define their consultancy but also illustrate a powerful framework for building courage in our personal and professional lives.
Louise’s advice is a reminder that courage is both a skill and a mindset. By trusting our instincts, grounding ourselves in our values, and staying curious, we can cultivate bravery in our own journeys.
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10 Steps to Cultivate Courage With Core Values:
Trust Your Intuition: In moments of doubt, take a step back and listen to your gut.
Create Guiding Principles: Define your core values to help navigate tough decisions.
Collaborate with Others: Lean on teamwork and shared experiences for strength.
Stay Curious: Embrace learning opportunities, even if they challenge your views.
Embrace Creativity: Use imagination to find new solutions to obstacles.
Challenge Perceptions: Question assumptions and explore alternative perspectives.
Celebrate Small Wins: Recognize the courage it takes to make progress, no matter how small.
Build Resilience: Learn from setbacks and use them as stepping stones.
Take Calculated Risks: Push your boundaries, trusting your values as a safety net.
Practice Self-Reflection: Regularly evaluate how well your actions align with your principles.
By weaving these steps into your life, you can build the courage to face challenges with clarity and confidence.
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