If you are a leader...

The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant.

—Max DePree

The first thing you should do is communicate what you want, where to go, how to do it and predict the outcome. Many team players are lost, not just in translation, but direction. Of course, aim something that is achievable.

Then, while you are working with your team, be a servant. Offer a snack. Brew coffee. Tap them on the shoulders and commend them for working hard. Ask if there are things that you need to clarify. Don't wait till your staff mess up. Guide them and give concrete instructions.

Lastly, THANK the team. It shows that leaders can't do ALL THE WORK on their own. Every member of the team has valuable contribution. JUST THANK THEM.

Then, celebrate for job well done.

Paying the Price

Everyone wants a better job. Everyone dreams a better place to live at. Everyone wants to buy the top of the line products. But, not everyone is willing to pay the price.

We are living in a world where people want more with doing less. It's a mindset shift. Change must start from within.

The reason why airplane ride is much more expensive than to travel by land and sea is because you are more convenient in the aircraft and faster to reach your destination. Of course, this will entail a little investment and scratch on your pocket.

It's simple but not everyone understands. If you want to shift from your old car to the best car in town, pay the price. Don't expect big harvest from the little seeds you sowed. As the saying goes, "You get what you paid for."

Doctors didn't spend more than 5 years in studies for nothing. Yet, you'll pay them for their 5 minutes of examination. They reap their previous hardwork.

Start your boost today. Be willing to pay the price for the greater heights. Invest in yourself more often. I tell you, there will be less of the 10% of the people you know who will invest their lives to train and equip you. You are responsible for your own growth. No one else.