Two Insightful Observations and their impact on Leadership

Mencius, Chinese philosopher and pupil of Confucius, said, "Men must be decided on what they will not do, and then they are able to act with vigor in what they ought to do (p.61).” and

Plautus, Roman comic playwright asserted, “Patience is the best remedy for every trouble (p. 63).”

From these two great thinkers, one can see and understand that becoming a leader is a continuous process of understanding and expansion of vision, skills, talents and experiences. Leadership obtainment is not a static position, but instead it is a fluid state of being that changes with perspective, be one a follower or a leader within a organization. Additionally, leadership is a series of decisions of what one or an organization is not and being patience in the process of making the decision.

With Mencius and Plautus words in mind, One can stand with a greater appreciation of the need and the importance of patience. Additionally one stand admonished on the need to develop a patience operational outlook towards one's environment and even of self. Leadership is not a is a rush but, instead it is a life long learning experience that can provide one with the opportunity to merge knowledge and wisdom into a state of operation that enriches not just one but many different individuals or an organization.

Reference:

Patterson, J. (Ed.). (2003). Ancient Wisdom, Timeless Truths : Immortal Philosophers Discuss the Meaning of Life. New York: Barnes and Noble Books