Courage involves three things. Overcoming fear. Acting to help others. Disregarding consequences to oneself. This story shows how lack of courage can have a big impact.
People in despair act on their frustrations in inventive ways. Malicious compliance is one of them. It is a warning sign the leadership is failing.
Sometimes it takes courage to act in a compassionate manner. Even actions of children can provide adults with examples of how to act courageously.
Despair is the opposite of love. Despair is a powerful emotion that PREVENTS you from acting (for the benefit or detriment of others). It is the ultimate shutdown button on your soul. When you are in despair, you cannot lead.
Honesty – Seeing the world and your situation in that world is critical to good leadership. Seeing things differently than they are can be make it harder to be a good leader.
It is not necessary for everyone on a team to like one another in order to achieve leadership. Focus on the mission can overcome personality conflicts. The 1908 Chicago Cubs proved that concept while winning the world series.
There are some implications of probability theory for leaders that cannot be ignored. Among them are the Leadership Rules of Probability listed below and a humorous example of the concept.
Leaders cannot solve every problem. There are times when no solution seems appropriate. Nevertheless, leaders are expected to act even in the most confounding situations.
There is a difference between power and leadership. In simplest terms, power is the ability to impact the actions of another without their consent. Leadership is getting others to act for a common goal based on their consent.
Power of 3 Leadership Paradigm Tragedy Strikes Recently, a tragedy occurred in the University of Maryland football program. Jordan McNair collapsed during a training session and subsequently died. The University acknowledged responsibility for the death. They launched investigations into the events leading to Jordan’s death and into the culture of the football program. The University…