On March 18, 2021, the POP Movement’s fourth Climate Leadership Conversation as a tribute to our Chief Mentor, Late Dr. R.K. Pachauri was held with the presence of Dr. Patricia Klauer and youth participants from the POP family. Moderated by POP Ocean Mentor, Ana Hanhausen, the conversation focused on the impact of leading with intention and focusing on one’s purpose. Dr. Klauer has practiced meditation and studied mysticism for over 30 years.
“Leadership is inspiring others to change”, said Dr. Klauer when asked about the meaning of leadership. She emphasized that there are many different leadership styles and everyone should tap into themselves and ask what they have to offer in order to lead. Kevin Morales, a young leader from Mexico asked about the impact of leading with intention. Dr. Klauer mentioned that we must first ask ourselves what we really want in order to ensure a powerful intention, as leaders should be rooted and purposed. As we lead, we must focus on why we do it, rather than our ego.
Ivan Ransom asked the importance of cross-sectoral conversations for evolving leadership to which Dr. Klauer responded that true power comes from connecting with our true selves. We must break old paradigms and build new ones while focusing on what brings us inspiration, creativity, and joy. POP Youth Mentor, Philo Magdalene asked about the importance of mind-body practices to become better leaders. Dr. Klauer spoke about how there are as many world views as there are people, and that we're all needed because each of us is unique offering the gift of who we are. Dr. Klauer reminded us to always be aware of our breathing, as it is a mindfulness practice that can make us aware of our thoughts.
Dr. Klauer concluded the conversation emphasizing that there is no formula to lead, “Tap into all the resources that you have available. You are not accidental, existence needs you and we all need each other.”
About the guest:
Dr. Patricia Klauer is an information technology strategist, a doctor of chiropractic and has practiced meditation and studied mysticism for over 30 years. Founder of Aligned Intelligence, she is an entrepreneur and advisor for enterprise-wide information technology initiatives who has pioneered new technologies on Wall St, UNDP, many Fortune 100 corporations, government, academic and health care institutions for the last 30 years.
