I have a spin on this idea that no one is coming. This is an understanding I tried to instill in my leadership team — I called it “fierce ownership,” which requires releasing the assumption that “they” will figure it out, that “they” will know what to do, and instead to “be the they.” To fiercely assume accountability to make the decisions, solve the problems, have the hard conversations, and stop assuming that someone else will sweep up behind you. That belief in yourself is the beginning of being a leader.
A few months ago, I had abruptly lost that job I was in and now I am joining you in charting my own path. Here is to the small wins, self belief, and committed discipline that will push us forward!
That story happened over 30 years ago, and while writing it, I reflected on the many setbacks I’ve faced in life. The idea that no one is coming for you isn’t meant to be discouraging—it’s about understanding that life will knock you down, and every time you rise, you gain personal growth. But deep inside, your inner child is still crying out for you to fulfill the dreams you were meant for.
Some people face more setbacks than others, and for me, I avoided life. That avoidance led to setbacks, and in those moments, no one showed up. But when I finally moved toward my true potential, that’s when people started to appear to help me. The journey to fulfilling your potential isn’t just about external success—it’s about discovering inner peace, the kind that quiets fear.
Fear is something we are taught, yet I wish schools focused more on nurturing potential rather than instilling fear. This brings me to your leadership team: if your leadership team is the one creating fear, then no one else is limiting your potential but you. And if that’s the case, then no one is coming for you—until you choose to step forward.
I have a spin on this idea that no one is coming. This is an understanding I tried to instill in my leadership team — I called it “fierce ownership,” which requires releasing the assumption that “they” will figure it out, that “they” will know what to do, and instead to “be the they.” To fiercely assume accountability to make the decisions, solve the problems, have the hard conversations, and stop assuming that someone else will sweep up behind you. That belief in yourself is the beginning of being a leader.
A few months ago, I had abruptly lost that job I was in and now I am joining you in charting my own path. Here is to the small wins, self belief, and committed discipline that will push us forward!
That story happened over 30 years ago, and while writing it, I reflected on the many setbacks I’ve faced in life. The idea that no one is coming for you isn’t meant to be discouraging—it’s about understanding that life will knock you down, and every time you rise, you gain personal growth. But deep inside, your inner child is still crying out for you to fulfill the dreams you were meant for.
Some people face more setbacks than others, and for me, I avoided life. That avoidance led to setbacks, and in those moments, no one showed up. But when I finally moved toward my true potential, that’s when people started to appear to help me. The journey to fulfilling your potential isn’t just about external success—it’s about discovering inner peace, the kind that quiets fear.
Fear is something we are taught, yet I wish schools focused more on nurturing potential rather than instilling fear. This brings me to your leadership team: if your leadership team is the one creating fear, then no one else is limiting your potential but you. And if that’s the case, then no one is coming for you—until you choose to step forward.