As leaders we often underestimate the power of commitment, there is something powerful about being committed, I mean being truly committed to a cause, to a vision or to a meaningful purpose.
"Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it." – Goethe
The decision to act on what you’re committed to and passionate about starts a unique journey of discovery. You become more attuned to a new set of events occurring around you, you’re more aware of opportunities, many of these events and situation you would have brushed off and considered as unimportant. Let me explain….
Have you ever noticed that wen you purchase a new car, say a Ford, all of a sudden you begin to notice how may Ford’s are on the road. It’s not that they we not there before, you’re just more aware and have started noticing them! It all started with the decision and a commitment, the purchase of a new car.
“Until one is committed there is hesitancy,
the chance to draw back, always ineffectiveness.
Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation)
there is one elementary truth, the ignorance of which
kills countless ideas and splendid plans:
The moment one definitely commits oneself,
then providence moves too.
All sorts of things occur to help one that would otherwise
never have occurred. A whole stream of events issues from the decision,
raising in one’s favour all manner of unforeseen incidents and
meetings and material assistance,
which no man could have dreamed would have come his way.”
- W.N. Murray, The Scottish Himalayan Expedition
Have you made a decision about what you want from life? Do you have a clear vision? Are you committed? Are you taking bold action to bring your vision into reality?
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Great article. This decision to act on a clear vision with a strong commitment behind it is so important. I enjoyed the quote you used here as well, thanks for posting!
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