Working on others is pure joy. After all, they need so much help.
Self-deception takes root when fixing others is your mission.
Influence requires connection, but arrogance builds a wall between people.
Self-deceived leaders focus on changing others.
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” Carl Rogers
Self-acceptance is the starting point of change. Controlling leaders loosen their grip when they accept themselves.
Accepting yourself isn’t complacency.
Acceptance precedes transformation.
Gain insights about self-acceptance in leadership.
John Maxwell said, “Everything rises and falls on leadership.” When I told John that I felt the weight of his statement, He replied optimistically that it also represents opportunity.
If everything rises or falls on leadership, practice self-leadership first.
This post has 3 practical ways to practice self-leadership. What can you add?
Status is more than the way others see you. It governs the way you see the world. It’s a lens you use to see yourself. Loss of standing assaults your confidence. You wonder who you are.
Find answers to the deceptions of status on this post.
Some believe repetition creates reality. For example, keep repeating, “I’m a great leader,” and you’ll become a great leader. In other words, lie to yourself enough and you’ll believe a lie. Words aren’t… Continue reading
