Friday, September 25, 2009

Constant Evaluation

I am in the middle of several books right now .... How the Mighty Fall (Jim Collins), 21 Indispensable Traits of a Leader (Maxwell), How Successful People Think (Maxwell), The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Strengths Based Leadership, etc.
The book that won the prize today (meaning I grabbed it and threw it in my purse as I ran out the door) is Maxwell's 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader.
It is fascinating to say the least -- strategic and tactical at the same time.

Things that really resonated with me today include:
  • Crisis doesn't necessarily make character, but it certainly does reveal it.
  • Search for the cracks. Spend time looking at every facet of your life (work, marriage, family) and where you have cut corners or let people down.
  • The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.
  • As you lead people, give of yourself
  • If people never know what to expect from you, they stop expecting anything.
  • People buy into a leader, not a vision
  • Great leaders compromise, but take a stand when needed.
All good thoughts. Pressing on ... pressing on ....

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