Waypoint
Personal Board of Directors
Activity Essentials Focused tasks for specific skills like boundaries or intuition. Typically 15–45 minutes.
Intermediate Beginner needs no prior experience; Advanced builds on earlier work.
⏱ 45 minutes Estimated duration. Some are one-off; others involve multi-day tracking.
Overview A structured exercise with clear steps. Goes deeper than a quick practice.
What It Is
Identify 5-7 'positions' (Challenger, Empathizer, Expert, etc.) → Match people to roles → Design engagement approach → Schedule consultations.
You'll Need What you'll need — usually just everyday items like paper, pen, or a phone.
Materials
- Journal
- Pen
Evidence Base The scientific or theoretical basis for why this activity works.
Research Foundation
Based on leadership development research showing diverse input produces superior outcomes compared to isolated thinking.
How To Do It Step-by-step instructions. Follow in order for the best results.
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Reflect on different types of wisdom and support that would benefit your growth.
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Identify 5-7 'board positions': The Challenger, The Empathizer, The Creative Thinker, etc.
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For each position, identify someone in your life (or a figure for inspiration) who embodies this quality.
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Define your engagement approach: frequency, format, and what value you can provide in return.
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Develop a system for bringing questions to your 'board' and schedule regular reviews.
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