“I dream, I test my dreams against my beliefs, I dare to take risks, and I execute my vision to make those dreams come true.” – Walt Disney (from the Disney Way)

5 Traits of a Visionary Leader (Which we teach students at SLU 101)

1. They talk with GOD OFTEN.
2. They have an UNSHAKABLE FAITH
3. They SEE IT FIRST
4. They have a strong DRIVE, FOCUS, and STAMINA to FINISH
5. They are willing to TAKE RISK OTHER WON’T

3 Truths about Vision

“Vision is the beacon which guides us through change and keeps us headed in the right direction when all else is up for grabs.” – Peter Drucker

1.  Vision answers the questions every organization must answer:
   1. The question of who you are: YOUR IDENTITY
   2. The question of what you do: YOUR MISSION
   3. The question of how you do it: YOUR STRATEGY
   4. The question of why you do it: YOUR MOTIVATION
2. Vision precedes breakthrough:
   1. Vision draws the people towards the FUTURE
   2. Vision attracts key leaders and influencers to join in the MISSION.
   3. Vision UNITES the people together
   4. Vision creates the MOMENTUM needed to make change
3. Vision inspires the best in people. A clear and compelling vision will:
   1. Challenge people to be part of something BIGGER than themselves.
   2.  Move people to give SACRAFICALLY.
   3. Help the leader remain ALIGNED, FOCUSED, and in position to make good decisions.
   4. Require leaders to continue in both SPIRITUAL and LEADERSHIP growth.

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