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Sorting Your 5 Leadership Values
From 30 values, pick only 5 — very hard but reveals what truly matters.
Goal
End confusion in "my leadership values" by forcing 5 of 30. What you drop reveals you to yourself.
Steps
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List 30 candidate values (integrity, creativity, family, freedom, achievement, security, respect, diversity, humility, etc.).
Expected Outcome
Immediate
You discover a value you think you cherish ("family") but have repeatedly sacrificed for work.
Evidence base
School: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Founders: Steven Hayes · Russ Harris (1999)
Built on Steven Hayes' Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT, 1986). Documented by Russ Harris in "The Happiness Trap" (2008). Used by UK NHS.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Sorting Your 5 Leadership Values" take?
This exercise takes about 45 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "Sorting Your 5 Leadership Values"?
You discover a value you think you cherish ("family") but have repeatedly sacrificed for work. In the short term: Within a month, you make 2 decisions aligned with values instead of others' expectations.
Is "Sorting Your 5 Leadership Values" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) (Steven Hayes, Russ Harris (1999)). Built on Steven Hayes' Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT, 1986). Documented by Russ Harris in "The Happiness Trap" (2008). Used by UK NHS.
Is "Sorting Your 5 Leadership Values" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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