Every human being has a potential to make a powerful contribution in this world. We often realize our potential through the work we dedicate our lives to when we are “on purpose.” Unfortunately, many people have not discovered a way to release their power to be and do what they want. Self-leadership is the key to unlocking potential and manifesting personal power. Leadership is one of the top five skills requested by employers of new hires (Michigan State University research study) and one of the essential skills lacking among entry level employees.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Monday, March 9, 2009
Be Who and What You Are
Received this from my friend Jerry Hogan and wanted to share. Thanks Jerry! Any thoughts anyone? - Dr. Z
I am watching a hawk build his nest high in a tree in our front yard. It is a great metaphor for what we do:
1. He seeks to build at the highest point possible.
2. He methodically builds one stick at a time
3. He works persistently to make a nest for those he “loves” even though his mate and newborn have not arrived to fill that nest.
4. He protects his territory through constant vigilance, and warns off competitors and predators so that they will have left by the time his mate arrives.
5. He works now and rests later.
6. He is always a hawk, never aspiring to be a squirrel or a groundhog or any other creature. He is proud of his “hawkness” and aspires to be the best hawk he can be for himself and his family.
Now that I have been inspired by his example, I can get to work being the best I know how to be, and knowing that my reward comes in direct proportion to the investment I make in others’ lives.
I am watching a hawk build his nest high in a tree in our front yard. It is a great metaphor for what we do:
1. He seeks to build at the highest point possible.
2. He methodically builds one stick at a time
3. He works persistently to make a nest for those he “loves” even though his mate and newborn have not arrived to fill that nest.
4. He protects his territory through constant vigilance, and warns off competitors and predators so that they will have left by the time his mate arrives.
5. He works now and rests later.
6. He is always a hawk, never aspiring to be a squirrel or a groundhog or any other creature. He is proud of his “hawkness” and aspires to be the best hawk he can be for himself and his family.
Now that I have been inspired by his example, I can get to work being the best I know how to be, and knowing that my reward comes in direct proportion to the investment I make in others’ lives.
Friday, March 6, 2009
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