Are You Going to be a Leader Today?

Leading, by its very nature, is never easy. Never straight forward or black & white. It takes a person of impeccable standards, character and fortitude to take others on a path that isn't entirely certain. A leader always has to clear obstacles and create a compelling future.

But what about today?

Not much causes as much stress as economic uncertainty. The impact it has on professional, and personal, lives is tremendous. And boy do we have economic uncertainty and stress today. With conditions today that have been called the worst since the Great Depression there is cause to be alarmed.

But a leader cannot, must not, focus there.

A leader must stand tall, be strong. A leader must understand, adapt, create. A leader must see the situation for what it is - not give in to the doomsdayers. Take stock and assess the threats...but also the opportunities. A leader then must create a vision for how to get past the challenge. And then the leader must forge a path to the vision. Never faltering.

Are you going to be a leader today?

What steps can you take right NOW to be a better leader for those looking to you for guidance and direction? And remember, those people could be people you lead at work, but also those around you in every day life such as friends & family.


TAKE ACTION NOW!

• Choose to lead today. You need to mentally prepare each day to lead. Deciding to be a leader is the first step.
• Take stock in what you are focusing on right now? Are you focused on the downside of the daily news? Could you, if you wanted to, focus on the opportunity today's economic climate provides for those who take action? HINT - the answer is "yes".
• Go on a media diet. Don't watch the television news, read the newspaper or listen to news on the radio. If you need to keep informed, quickly scan headlines online but don't dig into the stories. Do it for a couple of days. Refresh.
• Remember that Focus is Power!
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