When it comes to leading, one of the biggest challenges that I have faced is leading myself. And the question remains, how can we lead others if we cannot lead ourselves?
With that in mind, I have used the beginning of 2009 as a catalyst for committing to lead myself in a few key areas (please…not resolutions). The idea came to me to call them my Daily 7 but only came up with 6 key commitments…so maybe I will need to change the name.
Actually the commitments are tied to larger goals that I have set out for 2009, such as reading through the Bible, reading 25 books, losing 25 pounds, etc. So here they are:
1. Read a section of Scripture
2. Additional reading – minimum of 30 minutes
3. Exercise minimum of 30 minutes
4. Encourage or thank someone
5. Pray for Liz and the kids
6. Blog something I am learning, thinking about or experiencing
7. ?
2009 is 5 days old and I have done well in some and struggling in others. I am committed to not allow them to be a chain but rather a springboard that allows me to continue to grow as a leader. Feel free to ask me how I am doing.
