Profiles In Leadership - Taking The Right Steps

Chapter 2: Vision and Values – The North Star

L eadership without vision is like building a plane while trying to fly it. Vision provides direction and purpose, guiding leaders and their teams through clear skies while navigating turbulent winds. However, vision alone is not sufficient. To be meaningful, it must be anchored in core values—principles that define who you are, what you stand for, and how you lead. Together, vision and values create the North Star of leadership. The North Star symbolizes the guiding principles that provide direction, clarity, and purpose for a leader's actions and decisions. They keep you grounded and focused, ensuring that your choices align with your ultimate goals. However, staying true to this North Star demands discipline and courage, particularly when facing pressure to compromise for quick wins or short-term gains.

Defining an Authentic Vision

Vision is seeing beyond the current state and envisioning your preferred future. I have a personal life quote that says, “See it before you see it.” This quote emphasizes focusing on the preferred future before

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