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The Seven Intentions^® of Values-Centered Leadership

2. Know Thyself, Be Thyself

Most of us take a lifetime to understand who we are. Through life’s experiences, some unpleasant, we gradually come to know what we value, what we believe, and what we have for gifts and skills to make a difference in the world.

Unless we know ourselves,we become the metal filings of magnets in the world. We become attached to what lures us in, and mere objects of other people’s will. We become outer-directed and lost inside.

In our professional journeys,we can easily be attracted to money, power, control, and prestige. The pursuit of these ends leaves us empty and yearning for meaning.

By contrast, when we know what we value and act on those values,we derive meaning and personal fulfillment. Values-centered living and leadership is acting on our beliefs and our values. We become inner-directed and outwardly motivated.

LEARNING OBJECTIVE FOR INTENTION #2
Gain a greater understanding of your values, beliefs and gifts and how they can be used to move effectively toward your purpose.