Self-management is the first step to effective leadership

The way an entrepreneur manages himself directly reflects in the way he leads his team and his company. Disorganized routines, lack of clarity in decision making and neglect of his own development impact business performance, affecting from productivity to team motivation. On the other hand, leaders who invest in their own physical and mental balance create a more structured environment, increase their leadership capacity and make more assertive decisions.

For Marcus Marques, expert in business management and founder of the Accelerator Group, “the quality of leadership is directly linked to the ability of an entrepreneur to manage himself.”The management of a company reflects the way the entrepreneur takes care of himself.If he is not clear about his goals, if he does not maintain healthy habits and does not invest in his own growth, he will hardly be able to guide his team efficiently and inspire results”, he points out.

The concept of self-management goes beyond the organization of routine: it involves emotional intelligence, resilience and continuous updating. Studies published in the Harvard Business Review indicate that leaders who invest in self-knowledge and well-being are more productive, make better decisions and build healthier work environments. “The manager's mindset shapes the company's culture and directly impacts the way the team behaves”, he says.

The impact of personal balance in business management

The routine of an entrepreneur is marked by constant challenges, and the way he deals with them defines the direction of the business. “When a leader is overwhelmed, without energy or without purpose, his company feels the reflections of this instability. Investing in well-being and leadership improvement is not a luxury, but a competitive differential”, he says.

Marques highlights that practices such as self-knowledge, routine organization and the search for learning are fundamental to efficient management. “Successful companies are not built only with processes and strategies. They are driven by disciplined leaders and prepared to face challenges. Who wants a prosperous business needs to start investing in itself”, says the expert.

In addition to the direct impact on productivity and organizational culture, self-management also strengthens the resilience of the entrepreneur in the face of crises and uncertainties. In a market scenario where decisions need to be made quickly and accurately, emotional balance and clarity of purpose make all the difference. “Leaders who take care of their physical and mental health, constantly update themselves and maintain a lifestyle aligned with their values tend to build more solid and prepared businesses for the future”, he concludes.