Chapters of Leadership: Settling - Key Indicators - pt. 2

Flashes of Clarity are to be Expected

If you are anything like me, you have experienced the wonderfully frustrating feeling of hindsight – if I would have known _____ (fill in the blank) I would’ve been such a better leader. I believe this is true largely because when we have the awareness of the chapter, we are more empowered to accept those moments for what they are. Similar to how character development happens throughout a good story, knowing these indicators helps us embrace this chapter more holistically.  

There are two important indicators to quickly mention to help us better recognize this chapter of our story. First, there will be an increase in your own awareness of those gifts and talents you possess. You are not going to be able to pinpoint exactly what they are, how they show up, how to best leverage them or utilize them consistently, but you are going to start having some flashes of clarity. These flashes of awareness will naturally lead you to the next chapter in your story. 

Second, there is something we can easily dismiss or convince ourselves we don’t need. There is no rooted story of leadership that doesn’t have other people playing a key role. In this chapter of your story, you will experience colleagues, friends, family and even strangers notice and acknowledge some pieces of your genius. This part of the story requires you to pay close attention to the specifics around what others recognize in and through you. 

Stay Rooted~