Leading Thoughts for June 12, 2025

IDEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with:

Matt Higgins on self-awareness:

“Self-awareness telegraphs to supporters that it’s safe tobelieve. When you meet someone with high self-awareness, even if you consciously surmise they’re on the wrong path, you subconsciously think, ‘They’ll figure it out.’ You instinctively trust that they will course correct when the ship runs aground.”

Source: Burn the Boats: Toss Plan B Overboard and Unleash Your Full Potential

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Stan Slap on leadership:

“Here’s what you need to know most about leadership: Lead your own life first. The only thing in this world that will dependably happen from the top down is the digging of your grave. You’re waiting for leadership to happen to you? Leadership happens to you as soon as you understand your own values and understand how to enroll others in supporting them. Instead of waiting for a leader you can believe in, try this: Become a leader you can believe in.”

Source: Bury My Heart at Conference Room B: The Unbeatable Impact of Truly Committed Managers

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