In previous posts, I covered leadership
traits, using the right tools, and lessons for leaders. This time I want to give an example of a
great shepard we all will recognize.
Were you a David once
but now you’re a Goliath? Perhaps you need to be David-sized again. David had volunteered to fight Goliath dressed
only in his simple tunic, carrying his shepherd's staff, slingshot and a pouch
full of stones. David approached Goliath. The giant cursed at him, hurling
threats and insults. As Goliath moved in for the kill, David reached into his
bag and slung one of his stones at Goliath's head. Finding a hole in the armor,
the stone sank into the giant's forehead and he fell face down on the ground.
Has your business
grown too cumbersome? Are you a Goliath or a David? Do you need to be a David
again to gain the business agility and focus necessary to succeed in today’s
world?
Perhaps there is more
to learn in this biblical tale than any classroom, training session or manager
could ever impart. Consider these points.
- David won not
because he was small but because he found a niche
- David was small
but he had a big heart full of courage
- David had
leverage. His slingshot and
hunger to succeed
became his leverage. - David did not
have excess baggage
- David showed
speed in adapting to change.
Make “being the 1st” a must. - David’s
technique was powered by strategy.
My favorite lessons
from David:
- David may have been small in stature but
he planned, thought, strategized and executed bigger than Goliath
- Even when you are Goliath once again, can
you retain the heart and soul of David to lead your people and your
business?
If you missed the
start of this 4-part series, go to first post: How are you leading your sheep? http://2bproductive.blogspot.com/2012/09/how-are-you-leading-your-sheep.html
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