Leaders Must Make The MOST Of Opportunities!

If you have ever watched any sports competitions, you've probably observed, the winners, generally, especially, in closer contests, are those, who, take advantage of, and make the MOST of opportunities! When it comes to effective leadership, this is even more so, because, as I have witnessed in my over 4 decades of involvement, in nearly every aspect of leading, and planning, although we sometimes, observe, individuals, who appear to possess the same quality, positive, can - do, attitudes, as well as well - developed, relevant, aptitude, and skill - sets, certain people become far more effective, relevant, significant, sustainable leaders! How one proceeds, in terms of being ready and capable of recognizing, and handling those opportunities, which might present themselves, as well as whether, someone, is able to perceive and conceive of, create, develop, and use the finest opportunity, differentiates the greatest leaders, from the rest - of - the - pack! With that in mind, this article will attempt to briefly consider, examine, review, and discuss, using the mnemonic approach, why this makes a difference.

1. Make mark; motivate; mention; master: How can anyone make their mark, for the better, until/ unless, he proceeds forward, and masters the necessities of leading? Often, these, otherwise - qualified individuals, forget the need, to motivate constituents, in a positive way, by mentioning, and thanking others, for any, and every effort, etc!

2. Overcome obstacles; options; opinions: There are always challenges to leading, and one must be ready, and able, to consistently overcome obstacles, by considering and examining viable options and alternatives, with an open - mind! In addition, a true leader possesses the self - confidence, to articulate his opinions, in the best interests of his constituents, and organization!

3. System; service; sustainable solutions: True leaders place their unique stamp, on their leading, by perceiving, and conceiving of, creating, developing and implementing, their finest system! It must emphasize service to constituents and organization, rather than any personal/ political agenda, and/ or, self - interest! It's not genuine leadership, if the focus is not, on relevant, sustainable solutions!

4. Trendsetter; timely: We need leaders, who are prepared, and ready to be trendsetters, and expand the restrictions, of their self - imposed, personal comfort zones! However, unless they overcome the tendency to procrastinate, by proceeding forward, with well - considered, timely actions, they will not lead, as is needed, and necessary!

Will you be willing and ready to make the MOST of opportunities? How will you ensure, you're up, to the task, and challenges?