Inspiring Others Starts with Being Inspired Ourselves

One of my fellow FBI agents once told me they pictured me leaving our office every night, walking down the stairs outside of our building, turning around to look at the American flag which stood outside of it, and say “You’re welcome America!” before I went home.

Later that night, I wondered what gave them that impression? Was it something I said, or something I did? As I thought about it, I realized it went beyond my words and actions to my values, passion, and the purpose our mission gave me. It went to the very core fiber of my being.

This one small statement taught me a very large lesson. Who we are and being in alignment with ourselves matters. We are an intuitive race and instinctively pick up on when someone is truly passionate or just going through the motions even if we aren’t aware of it.

People know when we are being fake and when we are being true to ourselves and them. What we do as leaders matters and it all comes from within us. If you want to be a leader who inspires others and reaches your vision and beyond, it starts with you; knowing who you are, aligning yourself with them, and being inspired by what truly drives you.

What inspires you and how does it inspire those around you?

Find your inspiration and read more here:

https://www.striveformore.com/leadership/inspiring-others-starts-with-being-inspired-ourselves/