"Notes" of An Elder ― 4.11.25

Nothing in life is of any value unless it is shared with others.

"Notes" of An Elder is a depository of pertinent information, knowledge and wisdom. Available weekly will be an elder's "thinking menu" for your use. Enjoy this bounty.

• Each day is a quest to understand the essence of what it means to be made for something more.

• Living and leading an uncommon and meaningful life on your own terms doesn’t come from following the crowd, but from daring to be different.

• In life, it doesn’t really matter why you get an opportunity—only what you do with it.

• Sometimes, our greatest breakthroughs don’t come from grand events, but from quiet moments—the decisions made when no one is watching.

• Our past experiences can shape—and sometimes limit—our perception of future opportunities.

• A leader must be able to take criticism. No person in a position of authority is immune to it.

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Wearing Multiple Hats

As a leader, you must embody the roles of a coach, a manager, and an educator. Each role carries its unique set of responsibilities:

• Coach: Inspire, guide, and empower your team.

• Manager: Organize, strategize, and keep the team on track.

• Educator: Foster growth and transformation through knowledge, feedback, and skill development.

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• Find something that’s underappreciated, not being addressed, or being overlooked—and get really good at it.

• The key is to keep moving, keep exploring, and to learn from every experience along the way.

• It’s important to recognize that leadership doesn’t hinge on perfection.

• Simple isn’t the same as easy—but it’s still worthy of a motto: Keep showing up.

• True fulfillment comes from forging and trusting your own path.

• A good leader grows and learns. Stagnation is not leadership.

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Magic Question

If everything I’ve built or achieved were taken away tomorrow, who would I still be—and would I be proud of that person?

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