A LEADER IS

October 30th                                                                                 

It’s a “Leader Is” Day

LORD, LEAD US IN THE PATHS OF RIGHTEOUSNESS THAT WE MIGHT RIGHTEOUSLY LEAD OTHERS. AMEN. 

Several years ago, I was privileged, honored and blessed to work for W. Wilson Goode, Sr. the first African-American to be elected mayor of the city of Philadelphia. I was the Director of a homeless shelter, and I had several employees under my care. One of the first things he told me was that he wanted me to be a leader and not a boss and that is what I tried to be when I worked there. 

The story is told that H. Gordon Selfridge built up one of the world’s largest department stores in London. He achieved success by being a leader, not a boss. Here is his comparison of the two types of executives:

The boss drives his men; the leader coaches them.

The boss depends on upon authority; the leader on good will.

The boss inspires fear; the leader inspires enthusiasm.

The boss says “I”; the leader, “we.”

The boss fixes the blame for the breakdown; the leader fixes the breakdown.

The boss knows how it is done; the leader shows how.

The boss says, “Go”; the leader says “Let’s go!”

So if God has blessed you to be a leader always remember a “Leader Is”:

Self-reliant but not Self-sufficient

Energetic but not Self-seeking

Steadfast but not Stubborn

Tactful but not Timid

Serious but not Sullen

Loyal but not Sectarian

Unmovable but not Stationary

Gentle but not Hypersensitive

Tender-hearted but not Touchy

Conscientious but not a Perfectionist

Discipline but not Demanding

Generous but not Gullible

Meek but not Weak

Humorous but not Hilarious

Friendly but not Familiar

Holy but not Holier-than-thou

Discerning but not Critical

Progressive but not Pretentious

What kind of leader are you?

This is Rev Dr. Wm. Rocky Brown, 3rd letting you know that GOD and I Love you, and we approve this message because we want to motivate your mind, body & soul. So be happy and enjoy the blessings of The LORD today my friend! Please subscribe to my website to receive these messages daily at http://www.yourspiritualmotivation.com. You can also buy my publication: “800 SAYINGS BY OLD FOLKS WHO RAISED US” from Amazon.com or www.wmrockybrown3rd.com or by email: wmrocbe@aol.com or by calling 215-480-5333. The cost is $20.00 s/h included.

William Rocky Brown, 3rd
The Honorable Reverend Dr. William Lewis Rocky Brown, 3rd, a public servant, preacher, police chaplain, author, motivationalist, counselor, and consultant