Category Archives: Leadership

When was the last time anyone asked you to lead anything? When was the last time you were shown how to lead? Have you ever thought about exactly what leadership is to you?

Simply, it isn’t taught enough. Not even close. It’s way more important than being able to do a mundane task.

It’s important all the way up the ladder in life and in business.

The Army preaches it by making it the parent of its seven core values. It’s sad knowing that out of all the organizations I’ve been a part of, the Army was probably the best at teaching leadership. It’s the only organization that has done anything to develop my skill in leadership.

If you can’t lead yourself, who can you lead? It’s become very annoying hearing that leadership starts with those in management positions. A leader is someone who exemplifies the standard and even goes above it. Anyone can do that.

In my time, I’ve experienced way more terrible leadership than great. This isn’t a good thing! However, sometimes failure is the best way to learn. I’m not even saying I’m the best at it – I definitely haven’t had enough experience in front of a team. One day, I hope to get to do more of it.

What have you done to improve your leadership? Do you think it should be taught in schools other than in sports? Is it ever too early to learn it? What accomplishments can you attribute to that skill? I’d love to hear what you have done or your thoughts on it!