Potential And Decisions

Feb 10, 2014 1 Min Read
Alt

Since I was quite young, the potential of people has always intrigued me. Part of the reason why youth fascinates me is the potential the young carry within them. Potential is like an unlit match, where once struck can light itself, a candle, or a bonfire. I think potential is something everyone feels in themselves, but whether they strike the first strike and how they go on to light things is a matter that differs from one person to another.

Maybe  this week, we can take a step back from looking to others as our heroes and instead turn that looking inward. You want a hero to tide you through your days? Well, take a look in the mirror instead. What potentials have you? How much do you have un-mined in you? What have you to offer not only to yourself, but to those around you?

Potential. It is in all of us. And maybe more than just potential, what will truly be heroic is the decision to act on and carry forth that potential.

Click here for more articles if you enjoyed reading this.

Share This

Leadership

Alt

This article is published by the editors of Leaderonomics.com with the consent of the guest author. 

You May Also Like

man wearing a suit and carrying a briefcase

Three Lessons From Tech Layoffs on Building Career Agility

By Winnie Jiang, Claire Harbour and Antoine Tirard. Tech layoffs are making headlines, but behind the numbers are real human stories. Here’s what they reveal about navigating an uncertain future.

Mar 11, 2025 7 Min Read

Alt

Raise Your Game: Great Leaders, Great Teachers

The best leaders in the world have the talent and ability to groom others for greatness. As leaders, what is your teachable point of view? Roshan Thiran of Leaderonomics explores what it takes for someone to thrive as both a leader and a mentor.

May 09, 2016 26 Min Podcast

Be a Leader's Digest Reader