Children aren’t very good at listening to their elders, but they never fail at imitating them. – James Ballwin

I heard this quote recently and with three little kids at home it immediately stuck with me.

The quote wasn’t for parents though, it was for leaders.

And in some sense, we are all leaders. We all have someone following us in some respect.

That’s why this quote matters so much.

When influencing those around us to be and do their best, it is our actions that will drive the biggest impact.

And when we see less than desirable results, we must first look in the mirror.

If you saw someone imitating your behaviors would you be proud or embarrassed?

If you saw someone else following your diet plan would you be encouraged or discouraged?

If you saw someone else following your money plan would you be hopeful or dismayed?

If you saw someone else talk to their spouse the way you talk to yours would you be happy for them or worried for them?

This is why personal development and improvement is such an important force. Not only do you get the benefits, but so do those around you.

Make it a great day.

Jake

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