How we see the problem often is the problem.
As leaders, the most fundamental opportunity you have is to be the facilitator of talent. Each person you lead will have a crack. Your challenge is to see it as “the light,” which welcomes others’ complementary skills as you facilitate the creation of great teams.
Whenever I hear, ‘It can’t be done,’ I know I’m close to success. – Michael Flatley
Help others without expectation of reciprocation. None of us achieve our goals, particularly BHAGs, through individual efforts alone.
Gearing up to pursue your purpose should create some nervousness as it likely comes with a high level of uncertainty. While you have been blessed with gifts and talents, much is yet to be revealed. Set the course, stay on it, and keep those butterflies in check.
Consider that many of our habits and behaviors, such as competitor benchmarking, are born out of institutional experiences. The context between institutional needs and your personal requirements could not be more different. Ask yourself “why” often and adjust accordingly.
Don’t hold back on sharing your unique gifts with the world; it matters.
There are still many needs to be met, problems to be solved, and people to be inspired.
Can you answer all three in the affirmative?
If not, what needs to be true in order to change those answers?
