Lead Yourself First

| The Tao Chapter 66 – My Third Interpretation|

Leading is not synonymous with control.

If you can manipulate others to bend to your will, you are a successful manipulator.

If you can activate others to see and create an inspired future, you are a successful leader.

Awareness of self and others is an attribute of an effective leader. If there is no trust, you are a leader in name only.

Make your title more than just that. Rather than declare your status as a leader for your benefit, be the one who inspires others to lead in their domain.

Leaders are leaders of themselves first. Master that discipline before aspiring to lead others.

LIVING THE TAO: Today, whether you lead at work on a social group, pay attention to the dynamics. Are your team members inspired to act without your pushing, or are you continually coercing action? If the latter, then it may be time to re-evaluate how you lead yourself first.

My 2018 focus is to intentionally live the Tao Te Ching. This is my third reading of Stephen Mitchell’s translation. I share my daily interpretations hoping to inspire you to do the same.

Embrace your journey. Experience bliss. Live the Tao

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