“Faith is taking the first step even when you can’t see the whole staircase.”
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Coaching Tip for the Week:
As we honor Martin Luther King Jr. today, you will likely see his words across the internet, TV, and elsewhere. He was a wise leader, able to speak in a way that inspired people into action. I often share his example in leadership workshops.
I think all would agree that King had vision, evidenced by his famous “I have a dream” speech. Even with such a clear picture of what could be, do you think he knew from the get-go exactly how that vision would all unfold?
Or did he get crystal clear on the vision first, then take that first step in faith?
Like any individual, he likely didn’t have all the answers. What he did have: vision, passion, purpose. He knew what could be. He shared his vision, gathered support, and together figured out the next steps of the action plan, sometimes adjusting along the way.
This week, clarify your vision. What is yourdream? How do you envision the ideal? What will the world look like once you’vefinished changing it?
Rekindle that passion that’s nestled deep within you. You don’t have to have all the answers right now – there are people, tools, and resources to help. You just need to be willing to take that first step in faith.
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