First, leaders see things as they are, not worse…

First, leaders see things as they are, not worse than they are. Many people default to seeing things as worse than they really are. Some of these folks call themselves skeptics, but in reality, they are scared. It takes no courage to sit back and view the world through a lens of cynicism, waiting for the worst to happen. Second, leaders see things as better than they are, the potential of how things could be. Leaders don't lie to themselves about the current situation, but they must have a vision. As the wisdom of Proverbs says, "Where there is no vision, the people will perish." And finally, leaders make it the way they see it. They make their vision a reality with courage and hard work. Fortunately, there are people all over the world, folks like Simon and Dr. Saleri, who are laser-focused on solutions to support our energy needs while also taking care of the planet we have so graciously been entrusted with. Solutions are here, and more are coming!

— from The Flight Plan (Purpose/Wisdom/Risk)

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