Have you ever tried to lead someone who didn’t necessarily want to be led? I’m specifically referring to strong-willed people.
Here’s a reality of dealing with people. The same children that were labeled “strong-willed” by their parents often grow up to be strong-willed adults. Perhaps you know one. Perhaps you are one.
(I know a few personally. The one I know best is me!)
Yet, have you ever tried to lead one?
It’s not easy.
In fact, I’m convinced many strong-willed people end up leading simply because they couldn’t be led. Often they didn’t need to lead – at least not until they matured – but no one ever learned how to lead them. So, they struck out on their own. (Be sure to read my closing note if this is you.)
I’m not an expert on leading strong-willed people, but I have some ideas —
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