The child in all of us never wanted to grow up after reading or watching Peter Pan. But one of the other important themes in that story was that – young or old, you must have confidence in order to do whatever you want. All of us have worked with people who were technically competent but lacked the self-confidence to show or act it. Leadership really is about having the confidence to act the part: that’s one of the things that make people follow their leaders. While much has been written about effective leadership, this pandemic, and the employment-related after-effects we’re seeing now attest to the need for leaders who are competent enough to know the directions to provide and confident enough to lead with care and concern. The two together create a state of mind, without which, you cease being able to lead, and bring out the best in your people. So do what it takes to become competent at what you do and find a coach or mentor who can help you gain the confidence to be your best. It’s within your power to do these things, or not. The choice is yours. That’s what it takes to believe you can fly today.
Sir James Matthew Barrie (1860 – 1937): Scottish novelist and playwright, best remembered as the creator of Peter Pan. Before his death, he gave the rights to the Peter Pan works to Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children in London, which continues to benefit from them.
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