Putting others First can Thrust one into a Position of Leadership...

Las-tse, a Chinese sage said twenty-five centuries ago, “The reason why rivers and seas receive the homage of a hundred mountain steams is that they keep below them. Thus they are able to reign over all the mountain streams. So the sage, wishing to be above men, putteth himself below them; wishing to be before them, he putteth himself behind them. Thus, though his place be above them, they do not count it an injury.”

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The Key Elements....

“Get inspired and motivated by your own dreams. Enthusiasm and passion are the key elements to success. It is the fuel that sparks the fire towards hard work and determination. Mark Twain said it best "Let us endeavor to live so that when we come to die even the undertaker will be sorry."

JM

To have Succeeded......

Everyone has a different concept of success. Being able to start and complete any task intended means you have succeeded. Success becomes diluted when we fail to recognize the value of what we already have in our lives that’s important and can already be defined as successful. After reading plenty of quotes on success, my personal concept on the topic is best described by the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson, "To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived; this is to have succeeded." As you continue to strive to achieve your personal definition of success, make sure you celebrate the success you may be overlooking.

OE

Accessible and Present.....

“Leadership is a part of our personality and we decide if we want to let others see it or not. You can be reserved and be a great leader; and the opposite is true too. And in order to develop our skill sets, we take steps to reveal ourselves/our personalities. On a daily basis, I strive to be accessible and present. When you are neither, it’s difficult to be construed as a resource, let alone a leader.”

ST

Step Aside......

“Being a leader is about knowing how to step aside and let your team take the lead and encouraging the team along the way. As leaders, we must always remember that we could not lead if there wasn't a team to believe in our vision or dream. So, as a leader you must always remember to recognize the effort of others.”
RV

Willing to learn.....

"Being a leader entails being willing to learn. You cannot think you know it all, because that is when you see that you know nothing at all. Remember to always listen and you will be heard. It is important to respect everyone, the person you "think" doesn't deserve it, will be the one to impress you the most."
DJ

The Journey.....

"It's not about the length of the journey but the people who inspire and motivate you along the way that help your dreams become a reality."

SF

Always Strive....

"You should always strive to be your own fiercest competitor. While it may feel good in certain occasions to outdo someone else, it doesn't compare to the feeling of knowing you outdid yourself!"

JP

Better Opportunities...

“Life is full of opportunities. Sometimes we stay working dead end jobs because we are fearful of our next step. We lose sight of dreams we once had and allow our circumstances to dictate our outlook on life. Survival mode takes over and our dreams never materialize because of fear. Never be afraid to take a chance because you fear making a mistake. Every mistake you make provides a valuable lesson and can make you just a little bit wiser. It can also help redirect you to the dreams you wanted to fulfill and in the process create better opportunities.”

JL

Defining Moments...

"I once read an article from Harvard Business Review written on the theory of defining moments and Leadership. Many of us think of Leadership when we see the President at a press conference or when we see people around us fighting for causes that they hold dear to their hearts. But in actuality, Leadership begins when we are impacted by something so significant that it leaves a blueprint in our lives. Sometimes, we may not even realize that this blueprint exist. So as you think about Leadership, think about the times in your life that actually made you think and feel, think about the events (large or small) which ignited passion in you... think about your defining moments and the rest will be a breeze."

RV

Taking Chances..

"Leadership is taking chances. Learn to step outside of your comfort zone and take the path of the unknown. The opportunities that follow might be life changing but you will never know unless you take that first step. Remember there are no failures- just experiences and your reactions to them. So believe in yourself and take risks that will lead you to greater opportunities."

JM

The Traveler's Gift: Seven Decisions that Determine Personal Success!

Great fiction focused on a laid off executive who gets in a car crash and experiences a life altering journey through time. He meets many well known people throughout history who provide him decisions he must make to change his life. Although the book is fiction the lessons in the book could be life altering if one is willing to look within themselves to create this change.

1. The buck stops here.

2. I will seek wisdom.

3. I am a person of action.

4. I have a decided heart.

5. Today I will choose to be happy.

6. I will greet this day with a forgiving spirit.

7. I will persist without exception.
Success can ultimately be determined by the decisions we make!

OE

Be Humble..

"In all you do, be humble. Learn to take criticism with the same enthusiasm you take praise. Share your successes with others, so they may also succeed. Never forget that the road to said success is paved with people who helped you get there. Be unique. Be thankful. But most importantly, be humble."

JP
 

Action is.......

"Action is character. If we never did anything, we wouldn't be anybody!"

ST