Ever taken a visual field test at the eye doctor? It measures your peripheral vision — how well you see things outside your direct line of sight. This ability is crucial for moonshot leaders. It’s not just about focusing on the goal ahead; it’s about seeing around the corners, coming to a whole picture.
↗️ Build a Relational Map:
Like navigating a complex maze, moonshot leaders need to see, understand and shape the entire landscape — the culture, the organization, the technology, the products, market fit/opportunity, and business impact. Peripheral vision helps you connect the dots and identify potential roadblocks before they derail or evolve your mission in unproductive reinforcing loops. It’s about actively cultivating an ecosystem where everyone and everything can contribute the highest and best, removing barriers to achieving the moonshot.
↗️ Detect Movement and Change:
In the quick moving world of moonshots, things rarely stay still. Peripheral vision helps you sense those shifts — emerging market trends, competitive moves, even subtle and not so subtle changes within your team or culture. This awareness allows you to adapt mindfully and actively respond with perspective and care.
