I love lists...I think there is something inherently wired in our brains that make them easier to digest and apply information. But I also know that lists are everywhere you turn...Pinterest is flooded with them, and now there's a List-It app (which by the way, I'm totally addicted to.)
So that being said, I'm going to pivot a bit with the content I want to distribute on a more regularly scheduled basis. I want to value your time, and I think that means giving more bite-sized steps / instruction / suggestions / etc. So this is a really quick message to let you know that the blog (& podcast coming soon) will be updated with fresh content 4 times a week with a list of 4. I'll let you know the significance of why I picked 4 later...
So that being said...let me kick off this post with 4 leadership lessons I'm learning right now:
1. Some times you don't feel like leading.
- However, it's in the times we don't feel qualified, and push through...knowing that we need to lead, that our true leadership is revealed. Also, acknowledging your vulnerability at times gives you relational equity with those you lead.
2. It's never too late to lead well.
- We all have a lot of junk in our past. We have lies that we're believing...ones that tell us we're not measuring up. But I believe that if you're sincere in your convictions, you can turn that corner, and even if you've never led well in the past, today is the day to start. It may take time, but change is necessary and the goal is to get a little better every day!
3. Servant leadership is "love in action."
- As long as we're coming from a place of servant leadership, your leadership will be blessed. Embracing the mentality of "how can I serve my team" as opposed to what others can do for me, is the key to success. It's not about you...it never was. Serving others means loving others.
4. Leaders are always setting goals.
- This is obviously the time of year where New Year's resolutions are on everyone's mind. I like the idea of a new calendar and a fresh start. While you may shrug off the resolution idea, don't underestimate the value of consistently setting goals. Goals are specific and time related. Leaders are goal-setters, so what are you chasing after?
I hope you will enjoy the new format. I really appreciate your time, and if you haven's subscribed to the blog, I would love it if you would consider clicking on the box at the bottom of this page!
Thanks so much, and just know that the best is yet to come!
-ABB