Connect to Reconnect: Part of our 10 Christmas Gifts series - Gift Number 6

Gift #6: Leading with Vision

As leaders begin planning for 2026, the question we hear is: Where do I start?

We have created this workbook so you have a clear structure to follow and a framework you can apply when creating your leadership vision.

What we love is its simplicity and straight forward language, no need to over complicate things.

This resource introduces the VALUES Framework, a practical step by step approach to developing and embedding a leadership vision with real meaning and impact. It includes guided questions, reflection prompts and structured sections you can complete with your team or on your own.

What’s Inside the Workbook

Step 1: Mission and Vision

Define your purpose and imagine your future state. The workbook guides you to answer:

• What do we exist to do?

• What will the future look like?

Step 2 – Visualise It

Reflect on legacy, impact and behavioural change.

It encourages you to focus on the what, not the how.

Step 3 – Articulate It

Transform your ideas into clear, simple, inspiring language. Communication is key.

This step helps you communicate the vision so others can align behind it.

Step 4 – Live It

Embed the vision into objectives, one-to-ones, behaviours and reward. After all, Leadership is about action.

Step 5 – Use It

Turn vision into strategy, milestones and measurable progress.

It also includes prioritisation questions to guide everyday decisions.

Step 6 – Evaluate It

Review, refine and stay flexible as circumstances change. How will you do that?

Step 7 – Succession Planning

Identify who you can develop, what to delegate now and how to build capability for the future.

“The greatest contribution of a leader is to make others leaders” – Simon Sinek

Why this Gift?

Because the turn of the year is a natural reset point. Leaders often move fast but vision requires reflection and intentional thought. This workbook helps you:

• Build clarity for 2026

• Communicate direction with confidence

• Engage your team in the journey

• Create a more aligned, energised and purpose-driven culture

How to Use This Gift

1. Complete the workbook yourself first

Get your own thoughts clear using the guided boxes and prompts.

2. Bring it into your leadership or team meeting

Invite your team to co-create or refine the vision together.

3. Use it as a foundation for your 2026 plan

Transfer your notes into a formal document or presentation, exactly as suggested in the workbook.

Download the Workbook here:

Leading with Vision (VALUES Framework).pdf

Download PDF • 510KB

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