When we talk about small shifts, big ripples, we mean the subtle changes that influence everything around them. Think about it:
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You take a beat before reacting.
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You open a meeting by asking how people are really doing.
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You model calm under pressure instead of urgency.
Each of these takes just seconds.
But the ripple? It spreads fast.
Because leadership isn’t just about what you say or do.
It’s about how you show up — again and again.
And that’s where small shifts create big ripples.
đź’¬ Your Tone Sets the Tone
When you change your state, you change the room.
Your team reads your energy before they hear your words.
Your small shifts influence how others feel, respond, and lead.
This is the ripple effect in action.
âś… Leaders who pause more often create space for better thinking
âś… Leaders who self-regulate raise the quality of team interactions
âś… Leaders who make one small shift daily build consistent, positive culture
These are small shifts.
And they create big ripples — over time and across teams.
✨ What’s Your One Small Shift?
This week’s question is simple:
What’s one small shift you could practise this week?
Not a new 10-step strategy.
Just a subtle, intentional change to how you show up.
Pick something. Try it. Watch what happens around you.
Because small shifts, big ripples is more than a nice idea.
It’s a proven leadership practice.
âś… Download: The Ripple Map
We’ve created a free tool to help you map the potential impact of just one small shift — and reflect on the ripple effects over time.
It’s a printable worksheet you can use on your own or with your team.
Leadership doesn’t always need to be loud. But it should always be intentional.
Small shifts. Big ripples. Real results.
🗣️ Join the Conversation
We’re wrapping up this month by sharing stories of small changes that made a big difference.
Join us on LinkedIn — or catch up on last week’s blog, where we explored how energy before strategy can change the way you lead.
Let’s build leaders who lead well — especially when it matters most.
— The Fox Coaching Team