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Lead from Where You Are
People often ask me how they can advance their career and become a leader. Here’s what I tell them: You are a leader. Yes, you.
Whether you manage people or not, you can be a leader. Leadership isn’t about title or authority. It’s the energy and purpose by which you lead yourself each day and how you serve others. That’s what I mean when I say, “Lead from where you are.” It starts with understanding everyone can lead regardless of their role in the organization. Approaching leadership this way means you have an opportunity to influence and inspire others no matter what stage of your career you’re in. In time, you’ll be ready to raise your hand for projects, and this can turn into more formal responsibilities at work. ...
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