Not long ago, I stood next to an experienced leader in the stable. Together with a horse, she was supposed to complete a simple task – a short path, a clear goal. Yet as soon as she took the first steps, the horse stopped. She hesitated. Waited. Did... nothing.
So did the horse.
We stood there in silence. Seconds became minutes. Finally, she said quietly, “I’ll wait – maybe it will move on its own.” But it didn’t.
After a while, she looked at me – and I could see realization in her eyes: Not leading is also leading. Because in a leadership role, there is no such thing as not deciding. Even passivity sends a message – and it’s perceived just as clearly as any active decision.
That moment taught more than any leadership theory ever could. Leadership begins where awareness starts – awareness of one’s actions, one’s impact, and the responsibility that resonates in every posture, every choice.
Leadership that creates impact
Leaders who are valued know that impact doesn’t only come from what you do – it also comes from what you choose not to do. Success grows in an environment shaped by trust, clarity, and authentic presence. But those qualities can’t be learned from a manual – they have to be experienced, felt, tested.
Horses are extraordinary mirrors in this process. They don’t respond to titles or strategies, but to authenticity and inner clarity. When a leader stands before them, they reveal instantly what carries weight – and what falls flat.
Development that lasts
In my horse-assisted leadership sessions, leaders experience how every moment of hesitation, every decision, and every uncertainty creates resonance. They learn to lead more consciously, find inner clarity, and communicate with authenticity. At the same time, I support teams in building trust, turning conflict into growth, and developing mental strength – through animal-assisted team development, communication training, and workplace mental training.
Moving forward together
Leadership means making decisions – every day, with awareness and authenticity. Those who live by that principle inspire others to do the same. And maybe growth begins right there – in the moment we realize that even doing nothing sends a message.
If you want to bring more clarity to your leadership, if you want to experience the impact of true presence – now is the right time to give me a call: +43 664 212 44 93 (and if making a phone call isn't possible right now: office@mindyourself.at)