Many people see problems and shake their heads.  They experience adversity and throw up their hands.  They look at challenges and ask “Why?” ….not seeking a solution, just venting frustration.  When they encounter problems, they see no possibilities.  They become victims of negative circumstances and cannot help themselves or others.

In my career, I often found myself seeing the teaching profession differently than those around me.  I often asked “Why not?”….always looking for the answer or the next step.  I saw the problems, but I refused to focus on them, choosing instead to find the solutions.  Admittedly this often put me at odds with those who were unable to see the things I saw.  There were those who thought I was wrong.  Some thought I was just different.  Few thought I was right.  I decided on right.  Dave Ramsey wrote, “Organizations are not limited by their opportunity; they are limited by their leader.”  And I had NO intention of limiting my students’ opportunities and potential.

Today, no every day, I encourage you to consider whether you are a transformational leader.  Do you see things others don’t see?  Will you say things others won’t say?  Do you believe things others don’t believe?  Do you feel things others don’t feel?  If this is you, welcome to the world of transformational leadership.  I spent many years in that world.  Admittedly, I didn’t know I was being a transformational leader.  I was just being ME.  Just sayin’!

Make Today a Magnificent Day!

Gary L Rupert

Culture Strategist/Coach

II:Leaders Creating:II Leaders

LCL Mentors @ Marching Arts Education