How leaders change and in turn, change the world…

“When I was a young man, I wanted to change the world. I found it was difficult to change the world, so I tried to change my nation. When I found I couldn’t change the nation, I began to focus on my town. I couldn’t change the town and as an older man, I tried to change my family. Now, as an old man, I realize the only thing I can change is myself, and suddenly I realize that if long ago I had changed myself, I could have made an impact on my family. My family and I could have made an impact on our town. Their impact could have changed the nation and I could indeed have changed the world.” – Unknown Monk (1100AD)

Leaders take responsibility for initiating change and change begins in leaders first. Leaders are responsible for what they see. What changes do you see are needed in your country, your organisation, your home, your life? Be that change, live your vision, become the solution, be the living example……. Practice leadership…… Everyday….

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