Entrepreneurs are a different breed of leader. Renegades, rebels, world changers, innovators, black sheep, risk takers, workaholics -- these are just a few of the names we are called by both those who love us, and those who don't understand us.
One thing successful entrepreneurial leaders have in common is a high degree of emotional intelligence, or the capacity to be aware of, control and express our emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships fairly and empathetically. It can be argued that emotional intelligence (EQ) is more important to your happiness, health and success over your intellect (IQ).
As you grow your business and make your mark on the world in your own unique way. You will find it useful to keep these qualities top-of-mind when defining your own leadership identity. These pillars are fundamental and unforgettable for success.
Responsibility: If it is to be it's up to me.
Personally, one should look for a "win-win" scenario in every situation, no matter what. In order to create this win-win, especially in challenging interactions. It doesn't matter what frame of mind the other party is in, you should get to choose your actions and reactions.
Possibility: 100 percent is possible 100 percent of the time.
You will be tempted to say no to opportunities you don't want to pass up when you are feeling overwhelmed. You are the master of your emotions and your reactions and when you come from a mindset of being unstoppable, you will find a way to make it all happen.
This is the hustle, the difference between being the best you can be and half-assing it. If you want to say yes to an opportunity but feel you have too much on your plate, don't doubt, just take action and find the support you need to make it happen. Leave everything on the field, every day.
Integrity: Your vision and commitments dictate the ways of your being and actions.
We are defined by our vision and our commitments (our word). When you revisit your goals, mission statement and vision daily you will be in alignment with your highest potential more often. Naturally, there will be days when circumstances get the best of you or throw you off track, but if you stay attuned to your vision you will rise above the petty details time and time again.
Urgency: Live as if your life and the lives of others depend on it.
This is a precious life. Every second wasted will never come back.
When you go all out and share your passion with others, what distinguishes a leader from the average person is the sense of urgency to do everything we can with this one day, this one hour. You may not have tomorrow so you need to take action now.
Risk: Learn to be comfortable being uncomfortable.
The only way you become an entrepreneur is to take a risk. You risk your time, safety, money, security, reputation and so much more. So what? Let fear be your compass. Follow it all the way through to the end and see to it that your business and your life are nothing short of extraordinary.
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