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Carolyn Smagalski
Strategies for Success
Founder - Editor - Host
You have the opportunity to create an imprint of your life -
of your thoughts, your ideas and your imagination - upon every
person you meet. Even a simple phrase may become something
they carry with them for the rest of their lives. John Quincy
Adams wrote, "The influence of each human being on others in
this life is a kind of immortality."
You must, therefore, strive to influence in positive ways so
that you create value in the world. Cement your ideas to form
a structure that is both a flexible tool - to adapt to the
changes that are inevitable - and a firm foundation - to allow
the addition of more advanced methods as they are developed.
Concentrate on the individual talents that are distinctive
characteristics in each member of your organization, and in
business associates with whom you interact in your external
structure. Delegate responsibilities that synergize with
individual abilities, and increase expectations with each
subsequent success. Provide forums that will showcase these
successes in front of others. Approach each one with
sensitivity to her personality style. Customize a plan for
each, so you can develop the talent within your organization
and make the most of creative skills, technological talents,
and strong management styles. Praise often and reward
fairly.
You must provide a vision that others can see as well.
Leadership is of little worth if it is kept to yourself. You
must continuously act in ways that display your imagination,
and impart the encouragement that will allow others to act.
Ken Blanchard wrote, "The key to successful leadership is
influence, not authority." Openly discuss your vision for the
future – your goals for growth, avenues of expansion you wish
to develop, and ideas for future markets. Ask for input, and
carefully listen for ideas that can be added to your vision.
"The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great name and the
inheritance of a great example," wrote Benjamin Disraeli.
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