The experience, education, and training I’ve had in my life continually highlighted the significance of a sense of personal responsibility. I’ve been far from perfect, but I actively attempt to counter the trap of blaming others. This is a valuable key to keep us focused on our purpose, goals and objectives, rather than the conditions of the journey.
Dr. Ben Carson continually shares this valuable key to his professional maturity. Introduced to him early in his childhood by his Mother, she had him read this poem every time he made an excuse, whined, or complained.
This simple poem was the catalyst to his amazing life. I hope it can provide similar insights and inspiration to you.
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One of the most published articles in history, “A Message to Garcia” (by Elbert Hubbard) highlights several great challenges and lessons of life. There are four key lessons that I would like to discuss: three of those lessons are key points from the author and the fourth is one that will assist you as you LEAD FROM YOUR CURRENT POSITION®
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Do you want to know who you are? Don’t ask. Act! Action will delineate and define you.”
This remarkable biography, In the Hands of Providence, traces the life and times of Joshua L. Chamberlain, the professor-turned-soldier who led the Twentieth Maine Regiment to glory at Gettysburg, earned a battlefield promotion to Brigadier General from Ulysses S. Grant at Petersburg, and was wounded six times during the course of the Civil War.
Chosen to accept the formal Confederate surrender at Appomattox, Chamberlain endeared himself to succeeding generations with his unforgettable salutation of Robert E. Lee’s vanquished army.
After the war, he went on to serve four terms as governor of his home state of Maine and later became president of Bowdoin College. He wrote prolifically about the war, including The Passing of the Armies, a classic account of the final campaign of the Army of the Potomac.
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The Lead From Your Current Position® logo consists of:
A position indicator symbol that incorporates a tilted globe,
three people (in the core of the globe) forming the point,
and a diagonal swoosh around the top, placed on a map.
Here’s what each symbol means:
- Position Indicator Logo (placed on a Map) = Your current position/location… not your position/title.
- Globe = The concept is Global: All people; no one left out!
- Swoosh = Action is required from each of us. Only those who act will triumph!
- Three People = The minimum number of people required to form a stable partnership (three–a TRIAD). Four is better and even more is even better.
The word “LEAD” in the phrase Lead From Your Current Position® emphasizes the necessity for all of us to LEAD (contribute to an environment where others flourish) AND incorporates a triangle inside of “A” to highlight the significance of the TRIAD as the foundation for stable partnerships.
The LFYCP® Subtitle: The world is calling out for your genius!
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I wanted to take a moment to describe what inspired me to create Lead From Your Current Position®. Knowing this will give you a better understanding of the concept and insight into the rationale of why you should Lead From Your Current Position®… and maybe inspire you to contribute your thoughts here.
What is our duty?
Developing this concept is deeply personal. In my journey through life, I’ve consistently sought to identify my purpose… to identify my duty.
In addition to the preparation my parents and schooling provided me, I’ve been fortunate to serve in one of the greatest leadership apprenticeship programs in the world: serving in the United States Army. A Retired Army Officer, my military career spanned 24 1/2 years where I served in a variety of positions as an Airborne Infantry and Attack and Cavalry Aviation Officer. I had the privilege to lead five platoons and command two companies and an ROTC battalion. Additionally, I taught at the Aviation Captain’s Career Course, the United States Military Academy (West Point), and Indiana University (Bloomington).
Always a Soldier, I’ve spent my entire life inquiring about leadership and learning. This has continued since I transitioned from military service.
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The co-author of the classic Extraordinary Golf offers an innovative approach to improving the overall game by focusing on putting, which accounts for more than one-third of the strokes in a typical round. Not just a tips-and-techniques book, Extraordinary Putting features a series of illustrated exercises that will help golfers:
– Develop the inner freedom to trust themselves and recognize self-imposed barriers
– Find the peace of mind that comes from letting go of mental chatter and self-judgments
– Increase awareness, allowing golfers to pay attention to their experiences
– Understand the differences in those experiences from stroke to stroke – Master the art of self-coaching
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