Leaders can spread themselves out trying to pursue many things and most likely end up being merely mediocre at most of them. Instead, they should focus on a few key things that they already do well, and strive to excel in those areas!
No matter who you are, where you live, and what you do for work, you will encounter frustrating situations and unfair circumstances. But instead of complaining, pointing fingers, and waiting for something to be done, choose instead to do something.
Take time to notice the incredible, diverse, talented, beautiful people around you. Reach out to others, deviate from your own agenda for a minute. You never know the impact that one moment might have on someone else.
As you develop your personal brand, be wise and strategic, but above all, be authentic.
Baseball legend Joe DiMaggio once said, “A person always doing his or her best becomes a natural leader, just by example.” Are you doing your best, and leading others to do likewise?
Everyone’s story is different. But everyone’s story is brimming with wisdom. Don’t discount your story. Share the wisdom from your story. I guarantee, it will prove to be wisdom for someone else’s story too.
Michael J. Dowling, President & CEO of Northwell Health, shares 5 steps we each can strive to take to start the healing process our society needs.
Whatever your feelings may be on the New Year, you will undoubtedly have your ups and downs in the weeks and months to come. In the midst of those ups and downs, those goals attained and resolutions failed, check the tone of your inner voice.
