Until a few years ago, I looked outside for leaders. After all, a leader has traditionally referred to someone who commands a group, organization, or country. Unless you are holding a title, you may not see yourself as a leader, but I profess there is one inside of you. A leader is responsible for their world. Showing up, able to respond. Your world starts with you and extends outward, to the edges of your sphere of influence, to your family, your friends and community, your workplace and beyond. For some, it extends out to the far reaches of the globe. The best leaders have a compelling vision. They see something, and go for it, pulling together energy and resources to get there. They see obstacles as hurdles, not blockades. Start where you are, with yourself. Show up in the moment, fully here wherever you are, and notice what happens. Pay attention. Take care of yourself first, so you have the strength and vitality to go for it. Do your best, which may be different in every moment. BE the person you want to be. Honor your word. Only make commitments you can keep, or change the agreement, so you stay in integrity. Speak your truth, kindly. Support others who show up in a position of leadership. Honor them with your attention and presence. How you show up affects everyone around you. You are having an impact in your world. Is it the one you want to be having? Be the leader from within, and see how your life transforms. I look forward to reading and replying to your comments below! What is your compelling vision? How are you showing up? With love, Cricket
I love it! Lead yourself first, listen for other’s needs you can help fill… I always tell my kids: beeeee awesome! 🙂
Time to refocus – thank you for the inspiration!
Thank you Charles!
Leadership is an area in ones mind that one finds themselves comfortable. Yes, Comfort is very important when addressing leadership. Confidence in ones skin you could say. One does not have to be perfect to be a leader, you don’t have to have the highest IQ or smallest waist. Leaders are wise. They know what is right for them and those around them and that’s what they teach. Leaders don’t do things they don’t love because they know that you can truly do what you love and profit from it. Love what you do. Nothing can stop people hearing, seeing, or feeling the positive forces when seeing one actually succeed in something they love. Leadership makes us feel good, it makes us feel strong, it makes us feel we are where we belong, and it makes us feel comfortable….