Engage the Process

"Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes; but no plans".

Peter F. Drucker

When you first started your apprenticeship, you committed to a process of being mentored by others who had more experience, more skill, and more insight into your trade than you possessed. Then when you had invested enough time in developing your own craft, you were given the responsibility of having your first apprentice. With much still left to learn you were now responsible for the development of yourself and someone else.

Before committing to becoming a better leader of others, you must first commit yourself to the task of leading yourself. This will require intentionality and humility. It will demand focus and determination. The results will speak for themselves. Yet keep in mind that,

Real leadership is the daily moments – Kouzes & Posner

You must commit to a daily plan that will help you change your mindset, or at least sharpen your awareness of what it will take to see you develop as a craftsperson, business person, and a leader.