7 Excuses

7. Untrained and Unsure

You don’t think you know how to lead.

Feb 7 •

6. Fear of Failure

You tried leading once, and it was uncomfortable, or you screwed up, and since you weren’t perfect, you gave up.

Feb 6 •

5. No Place to Lead

You couldn’t find a place to lead.

Feb 5 •

4. Misplaced Humility

It feels self-serving for you to accept being a leader.

Feb 4 •

3. Waiting for Permission

You know what to do and could demonstrate initiative, but you are waiting for someone else to lead.

Feb 3 •

2. Lacking Confidence

You do not have enough self-confidence, so you stay at the perimeter.

Feb 2 •

1. Fear of the Unknown

You are not yet willing to face your fear of failure, rejection, or the unknown.

Feb 1 •

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Jan 31 •

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