To: The Great Leaders Who Have a Passion for Continuous Learning<\/p>\n
In a recent article, Don’t Rest on Laurels, Brian Cavanaugh, public speaker, tells a story of Napoleon and one of his field marshals, that poignantly demonstrates the great leaders\u2019 mindset in their relentless and passionate pursuit of \u2018something more\u2019 beyond the expected.<\/p>\n
\u201cOne day a field marshal requested an audience with Napoleon, and Napoleon knew what was coming. But as every good leader must, Napoleon agreed to hear him out. The field marshal brought news of a great victory he had achieved. He talked for a long time about his accomplishment, piling detail upon detail. Napoleon listened closely throughout the entire narration, but said nothing. The officer was disappointed. He had hoped for a more enthusiastic reception, as well as Napoleon’s congratulations. Neither was forthcoming.<\/p>\n
\u201cSumming up, the marshal repeated much of what he had already stated. As the officer rambled on, Napoleon continued to listen politely, and the marshal interpreted this as encouragement. Surely, he thought, Napoleon will now give me the praise I so richly deserve. When the marshal finally stopped talking, Napoleon asked him one question: \u2018What did you do the next day?\u2019 The field marshal was speechless. But the lesson was not lost on him. From then on, the officer understood that he should never rest on his laurels. So he left it to others to bestow the praise.\u201d<\/p>\n
Steve Jobs once said: \u201cI think if you do something and it turns out pretty good, then you should go do something else wonderful, not dwell on it for too long. Just figure out what\u2019s next.\u201d It is this beautiful mindset of continually moving from the wonderful in search of the extraordinary. There is also something greater and more exciting that what you have already accomplished. There is always something more majestic behind the mountain waiting to challenge us to become something more and find something more by doing something more. That is the joy of life \u2013 never to be satisfied with what has been accomplished, but continually be seeking something more. Always remember: \u201cLife begins at the end of your comfort zone.\u201d Enjoy your life to its fullest\u2026 dream more, turn your dreams into reality \u2026 and have fun doing it.<\/p>\n
Have a beautiful day and an awesome week!!!<\/p>\n
Mike<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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