Welcome to this episode of the Luminary Leadership Podcast! I'm your host, Liz Hartke, and today we're diving into the secret of successful leadership. It's a topic that has fascinated me for years, and I'm excited to share my insights with you.One thing I've learned is that being a great leader often means going against our natural tendencies. It's not always easy, but it's necessary for growth and success. We have to be willing to make sacrifices and step outside of our comfort zones.

I want to draw your attention to some incredible leaders who have made a lasting impact. Take Mother Teresa, for example. She dedicated her life to serving others, even when it meant putting her own needs aside. Or Winston Churchill, who led his country through one of its darkest times with unwavering determination. And let's not forget Larry Bird, whose relentless work ethic and dedication to his craft made him one of the greatest basketball players of all time.

What do these three leaders have in common? They all possess a high level of self-awareness and self-reflection. They understand their strengths and weaknesses and use that knowledge to their advantage. They also embrace discomfort and see it as an opportunity for growth.

As leaders, we must constantly challenge ourselves and avoid falling into autopilot. It's easy to get comfortable and stick to what we know, but that won't lead to greatness. Instead, we should leverage our strengths to overcome our weaknesses and push ourselves to new heights.

Episode Outline: 

Identifying Areas for Growth (00:01:13) 

Leveraging Strengths and Fighting Nature (00:04:19) 

Mother Teresa's Internal Struggle (00:11:42) 

Winston Churchill's Fight Against Nature (00:19:29) 

Larry Bird's Strategic Mindset (00:22:56) 

Resources from this episode:

• Get on the Waitlist for Your Breakthrough Year
• The Focused Entrepreneur
• The Morning Checklist
• The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right Hand
• Show notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode201

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