We all have relationship with people in our personal and professional lives where we provide guidance and/or exert influence. Often within these interactions, we assume leadership roles but do not perform the duties required of a leader. In order to cultivate a mutually satisfying relationship , you need to be able to apply principles of leadership.
1. Embrace Change
There is only one constant in life and that is change. No matter how hard you try, you cannot prevent change, so embracing it is your best option.
As human we tend to fear the unknown. The result of change, more often then not, is unpredictable and that scares most of us. We try to avoid change rather then accept it; this is common. In order to accept change and spin it in your favor we must first make the conscious decision (choice) to embrace it.
2. Link Choices to Desired Outcome
First we make our choices; then our choices make us.
There are probably very few people in this world that can honestly say that they have never heard a phrase similar to “You made your bed, now you got to lie on it.” It is difficult to argue the fact that as long as we have a freedom of choice, we will have the burdens and blessings of facing the consequences of those choices.
In order for our choices to become effective, we must commit ourselves to those decisions. How will you choose to be different?
3. Keep Your commitments
Are you indifferent to improving your life? Naturally, this would seem like an inappropriate question considering the fact that you decided to read Thought Of The Day.
The majority of our waking hours are spent thinking about participating in our careers, yet there is always something about it that we just don’t like.
Your commitment to your choices will be reflected in what you put forth in your daily activity.
As an individual, you have all the authority to make those changes in your life. Let the freedom of choice be the fuel to your commitment.
One must realize that when choosing to make a commitment there is an element of short term failure.
To be continued tomorrow.
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