TEDONA #55
Be not angry that you cannot make others as you wish them to be since you cannot make yourself as you wish to be...
Quotes
"More is lost by indecision than by decision." — Anonymous
"Distracted people distract people" —Anonymous
"Be not angry that you cannot make others as you wish them to be since you cannot make yourself as you wish to be." — Thomas a Kempis
"The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now." — Chinese Proverb
"Live as you were to die tomorrow and learn as you were to live forever." — Gandhi
"Around me, everyone wins." — Teronie J. Donaldson (yep that's me - cool right?)
Notes
(mental reminders throughout last week)
It is your duty to be successful. What that definition depends on what you are after.
How can I add value today in all my interactions?
Articles
Watched
Strategy
Develop the storytelling habit. Keep in mind not lying or fabricating but telling your actual experiences more vividly.
People never forget a great story.
Tips
Never make a point without a story
Never tell a story without a point
Experience the story. Be the story. Create a special moment for your audience.
Book of The Week
Developing The Leader Within You - John C. Maxwell (free pdf in link)
No matter how ambitious your goals are and how much energy you have, if you’re not a good leader, it’s unlikely that you’ll be successful. That’s because the effectiveness of your work will never rise above your ability to lead others.
Principle Three: “The Most Important Ingredient of Leadership: Integrity”
Integrity is a simple idea. It means to say what you mean and do what you say. That’s hard, though, because people tend to be inconsistent in their actions. To have integrity, you need to clarify your most deeply held convictions and use them as guidelines for your behavior. You should earn the trust of others by setting a consistent example that they can follow. No one trusts someone who is phony or hypocritical; therefore it’s important for leaders to have integrity so that they are accountable for their decisions and behavior. People will only respect those who lead with integrity if they themselves are respected first.
People follow those who have authority. Authority is given by a title, but not necessarily influence. Bosses are not automatically leaders. Instead, your influence grows according to the intensity of your commitment.
Servant leadership is essential.
John C Maxwell is a living legend. It is very much advised to become familiar with his work especially in the realm of leadership.
also
Check out my ebook
100 Success and Opportunity Quotes For The Skilled Tradesman
Question
How have you improved your leadership abilities today? (For yourself and others)